The World of Draconia

DRAGON LOVER

Draconia Tales, book three

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Predicted from birth to be mates, Aryana and Fafnir spent their youth running from each other and pursuing their own dreams. Aryana sought power and magic, while Fafnir escaped to explore other lands and to find a love not dictated by cryptic prophecy.

But after Fafnir is captured and magically locked in his dragon form, he returns to Draconia. Ashamed and broken, he hides his true identity from everyone, hoping Aryana will find a spell that will return him to his human self.

The last thing Aryana needs or wants is to find out her mate still lives-for a mated female cannot be a priestess, let alone the High Priestess. Yet his dragon's presence brings out her true abilities. When opposing dreams collide, will love be the victor?

WARRIOR LOVER

Draconia Tales, book two

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As a Watcher, a guardian warrior of the Draconi, Enar has never fit in with his kind. When he sees Lily--the ideal Watcher's woman--he instantly claims her, believing she will bring him the acceptance he craves. Falling in love with her was not part of his plan.

As her town's outcast, Lily wants nothing more than to escape. When Enar locks a necklace around her throat and declares she belongs to him, she jumps at the chance to leave. Her excitement soon becomes trepidation when Enar won't tell her what to expect in his world. But even her worry can't overcome her growing attraction to him.

Soon Lily learns what life as a Watcher's claim entails, and refuses to submit. To keep Lily, Enar must turn his back on everything he thought he wanted. Will he choose his people? Or the other half of his soul?

MAGICAL LOVER

Draconia Tales, book one

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In a world where men can become dragons, Thoren is one of the most powerful. As a shape-shifting Draconi, Thoren wants nothing more than to continue searching for Halfling children, and returning them to Draconia. The last thing he wants or needs is a mate-until he meets Keara, an outcast unaware of the power that lies within her. Keara doesn't know what to make of Thoren or of the magic he practices. She learned early to keep her magic hidden-her witchy red hair and green eyes are burden enough. When Thoren offers his hand in place of a forced marriage with Lord Simon, Keara jumps at the chance to leave her town behind. But she fears Thoren will shun her when he discovers the truth about her abilities. Can Thoren convince Keara she is his lifemate, or will her secret talent be the wedge that drives them apart?

 

KARILYN BENTLEY'S  love of reading stories and preference of sitting in front of a computer at home instead of in a cube, drove her to pen her own works, blending fantasy and romance mixed with a touch of funny.

Her paranormal romance novella, Werewolves in London, placed in the Got Wolf contest and started her writing career as an author of sexy heroes and lush fantasy worlds.

Karilyn lives in North Texas with her own hunky hero, a psycho dog nicknamed Hell Hound, and a handful of colorful saltwater fish.

When asked, "Why Dragons?"

KARILYN'S ANSWER: I’ve always found dragons fascinating. They’re huge, scaly and pretty much the biggest, baddest things out there. Plus they have wings and can get places faster than walking. My dragons perform magic and turn into sexy men. Who doesn’t want a sexy man flying them places and protecting them from harm? <g>   

Today we have both the author and heroes from Karilyn Bentley's DRACONIA.

ANGI: Thoren, Enar or Fafnir… Do your heroes' names have special meanings?

KARILYN: Yes, they do! Well, two of them do. I made up Thoren's. <g> The name Fafnir means dragon and Enar means fighter in Old Norse. The names fit what is going on in their lives during the stories.

ANGI: What’s your favorite “love” word?

THOREN:  I call Keara Little One.

ENAR: I've always called Lily, Woman. But judging from the looks I'm now getting, I might want to change it to my love.

FAFNIR: My mate. I like the way Ari reacts when I call her that. <grins>

ANGI: What’s your favorite movie of all time?

KARILYN: This is harder than it sounds! I can't narrow it down to just one. I love the original Star Wars series and the Indiana Jones movies. Those are my favorites! And I can't forget the Harry Potter series and anything having to do with Thor. Most Marvel superhero movies. Okay, so I can't count. <g>

ANGI: What do you like best about Draconia?

THOREN:  The magic and sense of community.

ENAR: Friends and acceptance.

FAFNIR: It's home. After you've been locked in a cell for years all you want is to return home.

ANGI: Can you tell us something special about each of your heroes?

KARILYN: I'd love to! Enar tried to take over Thoren's book until I decided to give him his own story. <g> He's tough talking, but is a big softy with his woman. Thoren enjoys doing the housework for his mate, Keara. Fafnir flies across the sky with Aryana when no one is watching.

ANGI: If you were an action film star, who would you be?

THOREN:  Captain America

ENAR: Despite my resemblance to Thor, I'd have to choose John McLane from Die Hard.

FAFNIR: Spiderman. We're both hiding our identities.

ANGI’S GOTTA ASK: What's your favorite scene from all three books?

KARILYN'S GOTTA ANSWER: When Fafnir tells his daughter he's her father (she never realized who he was prior to then). It's not the reaction he expects. 

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UP NEXT for KARILYN: Another Draconia Tales story. This one features Jamie (the boy from the trilogy) and takes place about 20 years after Dragon Lover ends. Jamie's mate is Detective Ruby Parker from Denver. What do you do when the one you love is from another dimension? Stay tuned!

I'm also working on a contemporary fantasy series that isn't a romance, although it does have romantic elements. This series features a nurse empath who discovers a magical bracelet that gives her demon-slaying powers. Needless to say, she's not too happy about her new powers and even less happy to be followed by sexy hunk who may or may not have her best interests at heart. I'm really excited about this series!!

PREVIOUS RELEASES by KARILYN

AFTER THE MOON RISES
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WOLFMATES               WEREVOLVES IN LONDON

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MAGICAL LOVER

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Debut Author Jeanne Guzman Gets Lost

DRAGON LOVER

Gypsy Shadow Publishing

ISBN: 978-1-61950-032-7

For eighteen years Kimball Crossley trained for the day she’d come face-to-face with the demon who murdered her parents. Nothing could’ve prepared her for the dragon who would change her life forever.

Dmitri of the Langhier Clan is one of the elite Dragon Hunters. For eighteen years he’s stood against evil, believing he’ll forever be a warrior for his people. That is, until the night he’s confronted with his future.

With whispers of war in the air, can Kimball learn to trust what she’s always hated and accept her love for the Dragon Hunter? Dmitri’s skills as a hunter are superior, but can he accept that women, particularly his woman, can be as strong in mind and body as any well-trained hunter? Can they put aside their differences long enough to save both their worlds?

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INTRODUCING JEANNE GUZMAN

Born and raised in Maryland, Jeanne got to Texas as fast as she could. Mother of 4, Mimi to 8, and Keeper of the Zoo, Jeanne and her husband/best friend enjoy life to its fullest. When they’re not traveling around Texas in their motor coach, you can find Jeanne sitting in her home office typing away at her computer.

One thing the succinct paragraph above doesn’t tell you, is how precious Jeanne is to her fellow chapter members, how giving, and how talented she is with a camera! So glad you could join us today, Jeanne!

CURIOUS ABOUT JEANNE?
ANGI: How often to you get lost in a story?

JEANNE: I try to get lost as often as possible, but with the release of Dragon Lover, it hasn’t been often. I try to read at least one book a week.

ANGI: What’s the first book you remember reading? 

JEANNE: That one is easy, Ten Apples Up On Top by Dr. Seuss. I checked it out so many times that in my last year of elementary school, the librarian, Mrs. Mathews, gave me the book as a gift. I don’t know what happened to that book, but I do have a copy on my book shelf to remind me of my love of reading. Now, the first romance I ever read was Paradise Wild by Johanna Lindsey. I’ve been hooked since. 

ANGI: Can you tell us about a real-life hero you’ve met?

JEANNE: As corny as this sounds, I would have to say my husband. We’ve been together for 30 years, and he’s been my hero from the beginning. He is my Superman. 

ANGI: What turns you off like nothing else?

JEANNE: In life, it’s when someone tries to be something they are not. In my opinion, you have to show the world the real you, or end up disappointing a lot of people in the end. The truth is so much easier to remember. In Fiction, when words are added to the story for shock value. I read to get lost in the story, not in the words.

ANGI: Is there a playlist you’d recommend for reading your latest release?

JEANNE: The same one I listened to while writing Dragon Lover, Thirty-Seconds To Mars—This Is War

ANGI: Where do you read and how often?

JEANNE: Mostly, I read in my living room, curled up on the couch with a hot cup of tea by my side. I like to read at night, when everyone is asleep, because when I get lost in a story, I get LOST. My husband often complains that he has to wave a hand in front of my face to get my attention when I’m reading.

ANGI: What sound or noise do you love?

JEANNE: The sound of my grandchildren laughing. It may be loud, but my heart melts every time I hear them.

ANGI: Fairy Tale or Action Adventure?

JEANNE: Fairy Tale. I like the warm and fuzzies. 

ANGI: What was the first story you remember writing?

JEANNE: Another easy question. I wrote a historical romance called Mine Forevermore. I still have it, and every time I pull that out of its box, I laugh. I had no idea what I was doing back then. 

ANGI: Be honest, when reading...do you put yourself in the heroine’s role?

JEANNE: Always.

ANGI: Is writing or story-telling easier for you?

JEANNE: Writing is fun, it’s why I do what I do, but it’s also a lot of hard work, so I would have to say Story-telling is easier. I don’t have to WORK to get the emotion out there, it’s there already. 

ANGI: What’s something you’d like to tell your fans?

JEANNE: I really hope you enjoy reading Dragon Lover, and it’s my wish that you’ll keep coming back to get lost in the rest of the Dragon Hunters Series. 

ANGI’S GOTTA ASK:  So Jeanne, why Dragons? On the surface they would seem to be a very scary creature to shift into…what will make me want to cuddle up with yours. *grin*

JEANNE’S GOTTA ANSWER:  That’s the million dollar question. I got the idea of dragons from my youngest daughter who collects anything to do with the creatures, however, you can’t cuddle up to them, so I allowed them to evolve. Much like we humans evolved from apes, my characters evolved from dragons. They’re strong, yet companionate. They’re fiercely loyal, and like the wolf, they mate for life. They only show their wings when in flight or in fight. And when they make love, it’s with their body, heart, and soul.

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UP NEXT: The Dragon Within, and I’m guess-ta-mating, it’s release will be in the Fall of 2012.

INQUIRING MINDS WANT TO KNOW

Jeanne is updating her list of books to be read. "Now that I have a minute to breathe, what book are you reading right now, and should that be on my TBR list?"

JEANNE WILL DRAW for a free download of Dragon Lover.

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