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M A R K E T I N G * Online Publicity Campaign * National Print Advertising * Online Advertising Campaign * Online Promotion * Heroes & Heartbreakers Promotion * Email Marketing Campaign * Author Facebook: /ChristinaDodd, 48,000 likes * Author Twitter: @ChristinaDodd, 15,000 * Visit ChristinaDodd.com

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250068309 EBOOK ISBN: 9781250028433 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. PAGES: 544 SPINE: 1.094 IN CTN COUNT: 48 CPDA/CAT: 00/NOVEL SETTING: THE COAST OF WASHINGTON STATE ORIGIN: SMP HC (9781250028419, 9/14, $25.99) AUTHOR HOME: BELLINGHAM, WA

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Christina Dodd

Virtue Falls A novel in which a woman discovers the truth about the decades­old murder of her mother, and the killer who is still out there

Twenty­two years ago, the beautiful Misty Banner was brutally murdered in her home in Virtue Falls, Washington. Her daughter Elizabeth, four years old at the time of the murder, has lived her entire life believing that her father committed the crime. Now, decades later, Elizabeth is back in Virtue Falls and hoping to find out the reasons behind the murder. What she never expects to learn, though, is that her father was innocent all along. In fact, the real killer is still out there. And Misty was not his only victim...

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Christina Dodd is a New York Times bestselling author with a large fan base, including authors like Jayne Ann Krentz, Karen Robards, and Iris Johansen.

l Virtue Falls is the first of a four­book series all taking place in Virtue Falls, Washington.

l From J.R. Ward to Iris Johansen we have received wonderful early raves for Virtue Falls.

"Edge of the seat suspense and fascinating premise. Couldn't put it down. My kind of thriller!" —Iris Johansen "Tight, edgy, and compelling, Virtue Falls redefines the romantic thriller. This is my favorite kind of suspense... I loved it. Fans of Nora Roberts will devour Virtue Falls. —Jayne Ann Krentz "Compulsively readable." —Elizabeth Lowell "Dodd writes with power and passion—and always leaves me satisfied!" —J.R. Ward "What an absolute thrill ride of a book! Sign me up for anything Christina Dodd writes." —Karen Robards

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*National Print Publicity *Social Media Campaign *Visit LouisePenny.com

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250068736 EBOOK ISBN: 9781429967235 PRICE: $7.99 PAGES: 352 SPINE: 0.875 IN CTN COUNT: 48 CPDA/CAT: 00/NOVEL SETTING: FICTIONAL VILLAGE OF THREE PINES, OVER THE US/CANADIAN BORDER ORIGIN: REISSUE (1ST PTNG 5/07) AUTHOR HOME: MONTREAL AND THE QUEBEC COUNTRYSIDE

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Louise Penny

Still Life The award­winning debut novel of Louise Penny's #1 New York Times bestselling Chief Inspector Gamache series

Chief Inspector Armand Gamache and his team of investigators are called to the scene of a suspicious death in a rural village south of Montreal and yet a world away. Miss Jane Neal, a local fixture in the tiny hamlet of Three Pines, has been found dead in the woods on Thanksgiving morning. The locals are certain it's a tragic hunting accident and nothing more, but Gamache smells something foul this holiday season.... With this award­winning debut novel, Louise Penny introduces the wise and engaging Armand Gamache, a "twenty­first­century version of Hercule Poirot" (Publishers Weekly starred review), who commands his forces—and this series—with integrity, strength, and charm.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Louise Penny is a #1 New York Times bestselling author. Her four previous books in the series were also New York Times bestsellers.

l Still Life was named one of the five Mystery/Crime Novels of the Decade by Deadly Pleasures magazine.

l Penny is a savvy promoter of her books. Her extensive book tours pack the house with enthusiastic fans, and she is adept at social media, with more than 22,000 Facebook fans.

"[An] auspicious debut. . . . [Penny's] deceptively simple style masks the complex patterns of a well­devised plot." The New York Times Book Review "How much do I love Louise Penny's Three Pines mystery series? So much so that I don't merely crave the next installment—I want to live in Three Pines and have (almost) all the characters become my new best friends." —The Plain Dealer “Cerebral, wise and compassionate, Gamache is destined for stardom. Don’t miss this stellar debut.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

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M A R K E T I N G *National Print Advertising *Online Advertising Campaign *Extensive Blog Outreach *Extensive Online Promotion at HeroesandHeartbreakers.com *Email Marketing Campaign *Facebook: KatMartinAuthor, 22K *Visit KatBooks.com

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250055026 EBOOK ISBN: 9781466858091 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. PAGES: 368 SPINE: 0.906 IN CTN COUNT: 48 CPDA/CAT: 24/HISTORICAL ROMANCESETTING: 18TH CENTURY ENGLAND ORIGIN: REISSUE (1ST PTNG 1/00) AUTHOR HOME: MISSOULA, MT

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Kat Martin

Silk and Steel The next book in a beautiful repackaging and reissuing program of classic Kat Martin historical romances!

In Kat Martin's Silk and Steel, Lady Kathryn Grayson is a gently bred noblewoman with a privileged future ahead of her..until her greedy uncle decides to steal her fortune by committing her to an insane asylum. Her only escape is to stow away in the carriage of Lucien Montaine, Marquess of Litchfield, who hears her story with disbelief and suspicion. Yet Kathryn's instincts tell her Lord Litchfield is a man of honor­and her only salvation. Desperate to save herself, she attempts to seduce him and forces him into marriage. The moment Lucien encounters the ragged, hungry waif with the dignity of a queen, he fights against wanting her. Though captivated by her intellect, strong will, and beauty, he will never love the woman who has deceived him. Though their battle of wills grows stronger every day, desire threatens to overpower his fury. Can this maddening woman who is now his bride melt his heart of steel? Or will her silken touch only strengthen his vow never to fall prey to the dangers of love?

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Kat Martin is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author whose books keep hitting the bestseller lists.

l Nine out of ten of Kat’s most recent releases have been New York Times bestsellers, hitting the printed list. Her latest book, Against the Wild, hit #10 on the New York Times list.

l We are reinvigorating our Kat Martin backlist at a great time. With lush, gorgeous packaging, we are sure to catch the eyes of not only Kat Martin's fan base, but new readers as well!

ALSO AVAILABLE: Night Secrets | 3/15 | 9781250055071 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Wicked Promise | 3/15 | 9781250055064 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Dangerous Passions | 11/14 | 9781250053473 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Nothing But Velvet | 10/14 | 9781250057747 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can.

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ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250067326 EBOOK ISBN: 9781429959742 PRICE: $9.99 / $11.99 CAN. PAGES: 352 SPINE: 0.875 IN, TALL RACK CTN COUNT: 48 CPDA/CAT: 00/GENERAL FICTION SETTING: ALL OVER THE US ORIGIN: MINOTAUR HC (9780312374709, 1/08, $24.95) AUTHOR HOME: ALL OVER THE COUNTRY, WITH A COUPLE OF CONTRIBUTORS HAILING FROM OVERSEAS

Killer Year "Each story is a brilliant, perfectly cut gem—just be careful of those sharp edges."—James Rollins, NYT bestselling author

Killer Year features handpicked stories from 13 crime, mystery, and suspense authors whose books have gone on to be bestsellers and award winners. The class includes: Robert Gregory Browne, Toni McGee Causey, Marcus Sakey, Derek Nikitas, Marc Lecard, JT Ellison, Brett Battles, Jason Pinter, Bill Cameron, Sean Chercover, Patry Francis, Gregg Olsen, and David White. Each of the short stories are introduced by Killer Year mentors, including bestselling authors Lee Child, Tess Gerritsen and Jeffrey Deaver, among others. Inside you'll read about a small time crook in over his head, a story told backwards with a heroine not to be messed with, and many more tales of the highest caliber. This amazing anthology, edited by Lee Child, is sure to scare, terrify, and satisfy.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Killer Year mentors introduce the stories of the graduates—these mentors include such names as Lee Child, Tess Gerritsen and Jeffrey Deaver

l The graduating class includes Robert Gregory Browne, Toni McGee Causey, Marcus Sakey, Derek Nikitas, Marc Lecard, JT Ellison, Brett Battles, Jason Pinter, Bill Cameron, Sean Chercover, Patry Francis, Gregg Olsen, and David White.

l Bestselling authors Laura Lippman and MJ Rose contribute essays on the genre, and Lee Child contributes an Introduction.

l This anthology is Lee Child's answer to James Patterson's anthology Thriller, which has sold over 66,000 copies in MM for MIRA.

"I think you'll enjoy these stories—they're all excellent, and some of them are just plain great." —Lee Child, from the introduction "Today's hottest new thriller authors produce a sleep­depriving collection of sharply drawn stories that are unforgettable." —Gayle Lynds, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Spymaster

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ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250057891 EBOOK ISBN: 9781466857735 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. PAGES: 320 SPINE: 0.813 IN CTN COUNT: 72 CPDA/CAT: 00/NOVEL SETTING: ENGLISH COTSWOLDS ORIGIN: MINOTAUR HC (9780312616267, 9/14, $24.99) AUTHOR HOME: ENGLISH COTSWOLDS AND PARIS

M. C. Beaton

The Blood of an Englishman

From New York Times bestseller M. C. Beaton, the adorably cranky Agatha Raisin investigates when a local baker is murdered.

Even though Agatha Raisin loathes amateur dramatics, her friend Mrs. Bloxby, the vicar’s wife, has persuaded her to support the local pantomime. Stifling a yawn at the production of "Babes in the Woods," Agatha watches the baker playing an ogre strut and threaten on the stage, until a trapdoor opens...followed by a scream and then silence. Surely this isn't the way the scene was rehearsed? When it turns out the popular baker has been murdered, Agatha puts her team of private detectives on the case. They soon discover more feuds and temperamental behavior in amateur theatrics than in a professional stage show—and face more and more danger as the team gets too close to the killer.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l The hardcover edition of Something Borrowed, Someone Dead, debuted at #23 on the New York Times bestseller list.

l The cranky yet endearing Agatha Raisin is unlike any other cozy heroine. She's smart, impulsive, and a little prickly around the edges.

l Agatha Raisin titles have sold over a million copies and fan loyalty is at an all­time high after the 20th anniversary of the series in 2012.

l The hardcover of The Blood of an Englishman published September 2014, and St. Martin's continues to repackage and reprint earlier series titles to introduce new fans to M.C. Beaton's wonderful series.

l Visit MCBeaton.com

ALSO AVAILABLE: Something Borrowed, Someone Dead | 7/14 | 9781250047564 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Hiss and Hers | 7/13 | 9781250021618 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. The Deadly Dance | 8/12 | 9781250026774 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Love, Lies and Liquor | 8/12 | 9781250026781 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can.

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M A R K E T I N G National Print Publicity National Print Advertising Online Advertising Campaign NetGalley Outreach Extensive Blog Outreach Extensive Online Promotion at HeroesandHeartbreakers.com Email Marketing Campaign

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250059185 EBOOK ISBN: 9781466871168 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. PAGES: 336 SPINE: 0.844 IN CTN COUNT: 72 CPDA/CAT: 20/ROMANCE RIGHTS:UK: ST. MARTIN'S PRESS TRANSLATION: ST. MARTIN'S PRESS SETTING: BOSTON ORIGIN: ORIGINAL AUTHOR HOME: LAURELIN PAIGE­ LAKEWOOD, COKAYTI MCGEE­ LONGMONT, CO

Laurelin McGee

Miss Match The first book in a sexy and fun contemporary romance series featuring a sassy matchmaker.

Blackballed from her corporate career, Andréa Grayson’s luck at finding suitable employment has run out. Until her sister secretly arranges an interview for Andy with business mogul, Blake Donovan. The job? Find him a wife. It’s a despicable position, but she can’t turn down the opportunity. It’s the only one she has.

Blake Donovan is rich, successful, and too damn busy to find a suitable wife. He knows Andréa Grayson possesses the skills necessary for the task of matchmaker, even though her sass, confidence, and ambition represent everything he doesn't want in a woman. Yet, as they work together the smoldering attraction he feels for her can't be denied.

Has Blake finally found his match with his sexy and sassy matchmaker?

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Laurelin McGee is the pseudonym of self­publishing superstar Laurelin Paige and Kaytee McGee. Laurelin has sold a combined 780,000 e­copies of her Fixed series and hit as high as #2 on the New York Times bestseller list.

l We will launch the Laurelin McGee name with a short story in the Hot Alphas anthology headlined by Lora Leigh in May 2015, and will republish the story, Mistaken, as a low priced e­original in January 2016 to further engage Laurelin's fanbase.

l Humourous and sexy comtemporary romance are extremely popular with authors such as Rachel Gibson and Alice Clayton climbing the bestseller lists. Miss Match hits all the right notes of this genre.

l We have two more novels by Laurelin Paige, and will publish both series to create an aggressive publishing schedule...

Praise for Laurelin Paige "This book blew me away...(t)he twists and turns Laurelin puts in...wreaked havoc with my emotions at several points ­ I went from hot to cold to laughing to crying within a single chapter...It's not often you get a debut as good as this book." ­ Emma Hart, NY Times Bestselling Author of The Love Game on Fixed on You

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M A R K E T I N G *National Print Publicity *Online Publicity Campaign *National Print Advertising *Online Advertising Campaign *NetGalley Outreach *Extensive Blog Outreach *Extensive Online Promotion at HeroesandHeartbreakers.com *Email Marketing Campaign *Visit AlexandraHawkins.com

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250064721 EBOOK ISBN: 9781466871038 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. SPINE: 4IN W | 7IN H | 1LB WT IN CPDA/CAT: 24/HISTORICAL ROMANCERIGHTS:UK: LYNN SELIGMAN, AGENT TRANSLATION: LYNN SELIGMAN, AGENT SETTING: REGENCY LONDON ORIGIN: ORIGINAL AUTHOR HOME: CANTON, GA

Alexandra Hawkins

A Duke but No Gentleman

The first novel in a brand­new, wickedly seductive Regency­romance series from USA Today bestselling author Alexandra Hawkins.

The Duke of Blackbern and the Marquess Norgrave have always had the wildest of friendships. Best friends growing up, they bask in the pleasures the rich, opulent world that London has to offer, consuming drink and women at their leisure. But Norgrave has always been a step behind. Blackbern can best him at anything—playing cards, riding horses, and bedding women. So when the stunningly beautiful but innocent Lady Imogen Sunter strays across their path, both men agree a friendly competition for the lady’s affections cannot hurt. But when Blackbern’s feelings turn into something deeper and Lady Imogen’s desire become clear, Norgrave will do anything to win the wager. Only one man can lay claim to Lady Imogen’s heart…and one shocking act will change them all irrevocably…

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l First in a brand new series! Alexandra Hawkins is back with a wicked and sensual Regency series that fans of hers will flock to!

l In Alexandra’s last series, Dusk with a Dangerous Duke, After Dark with a Scoundrel, and Sunrise with a Notorious Lord all hit the USA Today bestseller list!

l The Masters of Seduction is a sexy Regency romance series where the bad boys of high society meet the unforgettable women who bring them to their knees.

l The series will be published on a 4 month schedule to maximize sales.

l Perfect for fans of Lisa Kleypas and Mary Balogh.

l We have two more novels in this series under contract.

ALSO AVAILABLE: Christmas Brides | 9/14 | 9781250060563 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Twilight with the Infamous Earl | 11/13 | 9781250001399 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Dusk with a Dangerous Duke | 2/13 | 9781250001382 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. All Afternoon with a Scandalous Marquess | 7/12 | 9781250001375 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can.

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M A R K E T I N G *National Print Publicity *Online Publicity Campaign *National Print Advertising *Online Advertising Campaign *NetGalley Outreach *Extensive Blog Outreach *Extensive Online Promotion at HeroesandHeartbreakers.com *Email Marketing Campaign *Visit SorayaLane.com

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250060082 EBOOK ISBN: 9781466865303 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. PAGES: 320 SPINE: 0.813 IN CTN COUNT: 72 CPDA/CAT: 20/ROMANCE SETTING: TEXAS ORIGIN: ORIGINAL AUTHOR HOME: NEW ZEALAND

Soraya Lane

The Devil Wears Spurs The first book in the Texas Kings series about a playboy cowboy who gambles away his fortune only to win the love of his life.

Always in the shadow of his over­achieving brothers, youngest brother Ryder fell in love with rodeos as a teenager and soon became the most successful bull and Bronco rider in the state. The ultimate playboy, Ryder likes to party hard and he often makes bad decisions…including gambling. He’s so used to winning that he doesn’t hesitate to up the stakes one night, betting more than he can handle—his third of the King Ranch. Chloe has seen Ryder on the rodeo scene, but she’s also noticed him at the bar where she works. She’s trying to work to save enough to put herself through college – she completed two years before she had to bail her dad out of a bad debt – losing all her savings in the process. Her father gambled all her life, and she had it tough as a kid, but the one thing she does know how to do is play – and win – at any kind of card game. When she finds Ryder in trouble, she makes him an offer –she will win his ranch back, if he pays her college fees and promises to walk away from gambling, for good. But while she's winning back Ryder's cash, what she doesn't count on is winning his heart.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Cowboys are hot! hot! hot! The success of cowboy series from bestselling authors Kat Martin, Linda Lael Miller, Lori Wilde, and Lorelei James prove that readers love cowboys and want more. The Devil Wears Spurs blends cowboys, billionaires and brothers in a heart of the market, sexy and emotional story.

l The Texas Kings series features three wealthy, rough­riding, hard­loving brothers, who take over their family's ranching empire, and the women who bring them to their knees.

l Soraya's first two books for Harlequin Romance were nominated for three 2011 RT Reviewer's Choice awards, and the 2013 award for Best Harlequin Romance.

"Soraya Lane excels at writing heart­wrenchingly emotional stories that resonate with readers everywhere and linger in the mind long after the last page is turned... this talented storyteller continues to affirm her position as one of the genre's boldest and most talented writers." —Cataromance Reviews "[A] love story that will keep you warm on a cold winters night!"—Harlequin Junkies

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M A R K E T I N G *National Print Publicity *Online Publicity Campaign *National Print Advertising *Online Advertising Campaign *NetGalley Outreach *Extensive Blog Outreach *Extensive Online Promotion at HeroesandHeartbreakers.com *Email Marketing Campaign *Visit LoriHandeland.com

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250020130 EBOOK ISBN: 9781250019769 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. PAGES: 352 SPINE: 0.875 IN CTN COUNT: 48 CPDA/CAT: 20/ROMANCE RIGHTS:UK RIGHTS: ST. MARTIN'S PRESS TRANSLATION RIGHTS: ST. MARTIN'S PRESS SETTING: WISCONSIN ORIGIN: ORIGINAL AUTHOR HOME: THEINSVILLE, WI

Lori Handeland

Heat of the Moment A sexy, magical series from bestseller Lori Handeland featuring three sisters who don't know each other or their connection

In the town of Three Harbors, Wisconsin, Becca Carstairs is the local veterinarian. From birth Becca had an affinity for animals and a healing touch that is nothing short of magic. What Becca doesn’t know is that she is magic. One of three sisters sent forward in time from 17th century Scotland by their witch parents, Becca is unaware of her heritage or her sisters. The only person who understands her is Owen McAllister. But Becca’s father tells Owen that Becca has a bright future ahead and her attachment to Owen will only cause her to fail. Knowing this is the truth, Owen enlists in the army. Now, Owen is back in town. But someone has murder on their mind, and will stop at nothing to see that Becca doesn’t live to see the light of day, or to claim Owen’s love….

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Back­to­back­to­back publishing event! We are re­launching Laurie Handeland in a big way, the first three books in the Witch Sister series will publish in June, July and August 2015. Readers won’t have to wait long to devour this sexy and magical series.

l Perfect for fans of Christine Feehan’s bestselling Sea Haven series.

l In April and May 2015 we are re­issuing two fan favorite night creature novellas as e­originals, previously published in anthologies.

l Lori Handeland is a Rita award­winning versatile author who has written romance, urban fantasy and paranormal historical fiction.

"Action packed urban fantasy adventure with lots of surprises! Packs a punch!" —Fresh Fiction on Apocalypse Happens "If you haven't had a chance to read The Phoenix Chronicles yet, then you'll want to make sure the books are at the top of your list." —Fallen Angel Reviews on Doomsday Can Wait

ALSO AVAILABLE: In The Air Tonight | 6/15 | 9781250020123 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Crave The Moon | 6/11 | 9780312389369 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Moon Cursed | 3/11 | 9780312389352 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Marked By The Moon | 11/10 | 9780312389345 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can.

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*National Print Publicity *National Print Advertising *Online Advertising Campaign *NetGalley Outreach *Extensive Blog Outreach *Extensive Online Promotion at HeroesandHeartbreakers.com *Email Marketing Campaign *Visit DonnaGrant.com *Author Facebook: 22K

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250071934 EBOOK ISBN: 9781466883345 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. SPINE: 4IN W | 7IN H | 1LB WT IN CPDA/CAT: 20/ROMANCE RIGHTS:UK: ST. MARTIN'S PRESS TRANSLATION: ST. MARTIN'S PRESS SETTING: SCOTLAND ORIGIN: ORIGINAL AUTHOR HOME: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Donna Grant

Soul Scorched New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant returns with the dark, sexy Dragon Kings that fans can’t resist!

Considered impossible for eons, Darcy is the only Druid who has ever touched Dragon Magic and lived to tell the tale. But her newfound ability comes with a terrible price. She is to be hunted by the Dark Fae, who want her as a weapon—and who will kill her if she doesn’t work with them. Her only salvation may be Warrick, a Dragon King as dangerous as he is smoldering…

Warrick has sheltered a brutal secret for years. Where his fellow Kings have hated humans, Warrick has never felt anything other than love and compassion for them. When orders to keep one very unique Druid alive lead Warrick directly to Darcy, his powers—and desires—are enhanced more than he could ever imagine. Warrick isn’t supposed to get too close to this sexy, appealing Druid, but as the stakes are raised in his quest to protect her, his passion will become boundless…

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l We are publishing the Dark Kings series on a three month schedule to maximize buzz about the series while keeping fans eagerly awaiting more! l Grant’s first book in the series, Darkest Flame, has seen a big increase over her last book in her previous series. Print net sales were up 15% in the first four weeks on sale! l Grant hit the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists with her e­novella Dawn’s Desire, making the Dark Kings a bestselling series. l We will be serializing Soul Scorched as we have done with her other Dark Kings novels to great success! l We have three more Dark Kings novels under contract, as well as three novelettes, which will be sure to pull even more readers into this series!

"Donna Grant has given the paranormal genre a burst of fresh air."—San Francisco Chronicle on Darkest Flame

ALSO AVAILABLE: Night's Blaze | 3/15 | 9781250060730 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Hot Blooded | 12/14 | 9781250060723 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Burning Desire | 9/14 | 9781250060709 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Fire Rising | 6/14 | 9781250041371 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can.

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* National Print Publicity * NetGalley Promotion * Blog Outreach to Fans of Joanne Fluke and Diane Mott Davidson * Featured on SMP Kitchen * Recipe Social Promotion

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250054241 EBOOK ISBN: 9781466857254 PRICE: $7.99 / $9.99 CAN. PAGES: 272 SPINE: 0.688 IN CTN COUNT: 72 CPDA/CAT: 00/NOVEL SETTING: ASHLAND, OR ORIGIN: ORIGINAL AUTHOR HOME: VANCOUVER, WA

Ellie Alexander

A Batter of Life and Death A reality cooking show comes to Ashland, Oregon, landing Jules Capshaw square in the middle of some stiff competition—and murder

Autumn has arrived in Ashland, Oregon—the perfect season for a spiced hot apple cider with a slice (or maybe two) of peach crumble. The Pastry Channel has also landed in the quaint little town to film the "Take the Cake" reality show. Jules Capshaw, now that she’s decided to move home and help her mom run Torte, the family bakeshop, wants nothing to do with the competition—until she is unwittingly entered into the competition. The cash prize of $25,000 certainly isn’t anything to sneeze at, and Torte could really use the extra dough. So, Jules dusts off her Bavarian Chocolate Cake recipe and cinches up her apron. But just as the competition starts heating up, one of her fellow contests, Chef Marco, is discovered buried in buttercream. Could the portly chef have overdone it, or is there something more sinister cooking?

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Ellie Alexander's delightful writing will delight readers with her charming characters, clever mysteries, and to­die­for desserts. A Batter of Life and Death continues this wonderful gem of a cozy series.

l We have one more book in this series under contract, with the next one, Caught Bread Handed coming in January 2016. Readers will surely be begging for more after they get a scrumptious taste of this second book in the series

l These books will remind readers of Jessica Beck's Donut Shop books, as well as Joanne Fluke and Diane Mott Davidson

l Includes delicious recipes that are mentioned in the book—sure to make all readers' mouths water.

“This debut culinary mystery is a light soufflé of a book (with recipes) that makes a perfect mix for fans of Jenna McKinley, Leslie Budewitz, or Jessica Beck.” —Library Journal

ALSO AVAILABLE: Meet Your Baker | 12/14 | 9781250054234 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can.

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M A R K E T I N G *Online Advertising Campaign *Value Promotion *Extensive Online Promotion at HeroesandHeartbreakers.com *Email Marketing Campaign *Visit LisaKleypas.com *Author Facebook: 69K *Author Twitter: 16K

ON­SALE DATE: 6/30/2015 ISBN­13: 9781250070685 EBOOK ISBN: 9781429971294 PRICE: $5.99 / $6.99 CAN. PAGES: 400 SPINE: 1.000 IN CTN COUNT: 48 CPDA/CAT: 00/NOVEL SETTING: TEXAS ORIGIN: REISSUE (1ST PTNG 3/10) AUTHOR HOME: WASHINGTON STATE

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Lisa Kleypas

Smooth Talking Stranger The best­selling Travis series from Lisa Kleypas is back with a value promotion!

Jack Travis leads the uncomplicated life of a millionaire Texas playboy. He makes no commitments, he loves many women, he lives for pleasure. But no one has ever truly touched his heart or soul. Until one day, a woman appears on his doorstep with fury on her face and a baby in her arms. It seems Jack is the father and this woman is the baby’s aunt. The real mother has abandoned the child to her more responsible sister. And now, Jack is being called upon to take responsibility for the first time in his life. With delicious romantic tension, characters so real they walk onto the page and into your heart, Lisa Kleypas delivers the kind of novel that makes you laugh, love; cry and cheer.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Along with Blue­Eyed Devil and Sugar Daddy, this special $5.99 edition of Smooth Talking Stranger is part of a three­book value promotion leading up to the hardcover publication of Lisas newest book, Brown­Eyed Girl.

l The Travis series is a fan favorite and hit the New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and many more bestseller lists.

l Lisa's online presence continues to grow to almost 90K total fans via Facebook and Twitter, fans who will be thrilled to see the beloved Travis series back on shelves.

"Kleypas’s second poignant, passionate, and perfectly written contemporary romance is richly emotional and sinfully sexy." —Booklist on Blue­Eyed Devil

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Blue­Eyed Devil The best­selling Travis series from Lisa Kleypas is back with a value promotion!

In Sugar Daddy readers met Hardy Cates, the Texan from the wrong side of the tracks, the bad boy who stole the heart of Liberty Jones. Now, in Blue­Eyed Devil, Hardy Cates is back…and no woman is safe! Haven Travis is the rebellious heiress of a wealthy oil family. But as Haven marries a man the Travises disapprove of, her life is set on a new and dangerous path. Two years later, when Haven returns to town, she is determined never to fall for the wrong man again. And Hardy Cates, an enemy of her family, is the last person she needs darkening her door. Filled with Lisa Kleypas’s smoldering sensuality, breathtaking plots, and unforgettable characters, Blue­Eyed Devil is sure to be another smash­hit bestseller.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Along with Sugar Daddy and Smooth Talking Stranger, this special $5.99 edition of Blue­Eyed Devil is part of a three­book value promotion leading up to the hardcover publication of Lisas newest book, Brown­Eyed Girl.

l The Travis series is a fan favorite and hit the New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and many more bestseller lists.

l Lisa's online presence continues to grow to almost 90K total fans via Facebook and Twitter, fans who will be thrilled to see the beloved Travis series back on shelves.

“Sinfully pleasurable melodrama.” —Kirkus Reviews on Sugar Daddy

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Liberty Jones is from the wrong side of the tracks in Welcome, Texas. Hardy Cates sees her as completely off limits. But something undeniable draws them to one another. When Hardy leaves town, Liberty finds herself alone with a young sister to raise. The big city calls and Liberty and her little sister make their way there. Soon Liberty finds herself under the spell of billionaire tycoon Gage Travis. Just as Liberty is making the choice of her heart, Hardy comes to town. He's rich, he's powerful, he's more dangerous than before. And he's an enemy of the Travises. Emotional and compelling, Sugar Daddy is a blockbuster contemporary romance from one of the biggest names in women's fiction.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

l Along with Blue­Eyed Devil and Smooth Talking Stranger, this special $5.99 edition of Sugar Daddy is part of a three­book value promotion leading up to the hardcover publication of Lisas newest book, Brown­Eyed Girl.

l The Travis series is a fan favorite and hit the New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and many more bestseller lists.

l Lisa's online presence continues to grow to almost 90K total fans via Facebook and Twitter, fans who will be thrilled to see the beloved Travis series back on shelves.

“Sinfully pleasurable melodrama.” —Kirkus on Sugar Daddy

ALSO AVAILABLE: Crystal Cove | 7/13 | 9780312605933 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Dream Lake | 7/13 | 9780312605919 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Rainshadow Road | 6/13 | 9780312605896 | $7.99 / $9.99 Can. Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor | 10/11 | 9780312605872 | $6.99 / $8.99 Can.

Index

Alexander, Ellie; A Batter of Life and Death: A BakeshopMystery 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Batter of Life and Death, A: A Bakeshop Mystery; EllieAlexander 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Beaton, M. C.; The Blood of an Englishman: An Agatha RaisinMystery 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Blood of an Englishman, The: An Agatha Raisin Mystery;M. C. Beaton 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Blue-Eyed Devil; Lisa Kleypas 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Devil Wears Spurs, The; Soraya Lane 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dodd, Christina; Virtue Falls 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Duke but No Gentleman, A; Alexandra Hawkins 8. . . . . . . . . .Grant, Donna; Soul Scorched 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Handeland, Lori; Heat of the Moment 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hawkins, Alexandra; A Duke but No Gentleman 8. . . . . . . . . . .Heat of the Moment; Lori Handeland 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Killer Year: Stories to Die For... 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kleypas, Lisa; Blue-Eyed Devil 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kleypas, Lisa; Smooth Talking Stranger 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kleypas, Lisa; Sugar Daddy 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lane, Soraya; The Devil Wears Spurs 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Martin, Kat; Silk and Steel 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .McGee, Laurelin; Miss Match 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Miss Match; Laurelin McGee 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Penny, Louise; Still Life: A Chief Inspector Gamache Novel . .

3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Silk and Steel; Kat Martin 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Smooth Talking Stranger; Lisa Kleypas 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Soul Scorched; Donna Grant 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Still Life: A Chief Inspector Gamache Novel; Louise Penny

3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sugar Daddy; Lisa Kleypas 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Virtue Falls; Christina Dodd 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .