Release Delay!

Ringside's release has been delayed. It will be released soon. I'll keep everyone posted.

RINGSIDE

RINGSIDE-Book 1 of the Three Sisters Series

Will be released on 5/14/09 from Red Rose Publishing

When it comes to love, have you ever wondered if you could handle the truth?

RINGSIDE-Book 1 Three Sisters Series

By Stephanie Williams and LaVerne Thompson

-Blurb

Has she found answers or just more lies?

Atlanta’s life was spiraling out of control, until she read a self-help book by an older woman whose words could have been her own life story. But she needed to talk to the woman for herself and tracked her down.

Hank Gaines former middle-weight boxing champion had seen it all and done most of it. Finally walking away from his fame, he thought he could help others, but no one wanted to read about life choices from a man’s point of view. Certainly not the women who could benefit most. Hank had no choice but to use a pseudonym, a female one. He never regretted it more than when the brown eyed beauty walked into his bar one night, one look in those soulful eyes, and he was knocked out for the count.

Will Hank’s deception cost him the love of his life?

EXCERPT:

“Welcome to Ringside. Are you finding everything to your liking?”

Atlanta moved the book from her face and looked into the light blue eyes of a striking looking man. He was tall, a little over six feet, and very well built. That was evident in the way his black shirt seemed painted on his body. His biceps screamed to get out, but it didn’t look cheesy.

His face looked like it was sculpted from the finest marble; the only thing keeping it from being too perfect was a little bump in the middle of his slender nose, like it may have been broken at some point in his life. But it only added to his overall appeal. The color of his hair drew her attention next; it was blacker than anything she’d ever seen. Thick and wavy, it hung just to his collar. She wanted to run her fingers through it and see if it felt as soft and silky as it looked.

This man was a walking orgasm! She might have to keep this one for awhile.

His mouth moved. God what a mouth. “Huh…” Wait, did he say something?

“Oh, sorry, did you order? I can get….”

“No, I mean yes, I did order, thank you…”

“Oh, forgive me. I’m Hank Gaines. I’m the owner.” He raised his hand to shake hers. As soon as her palm was encased in his her stomach muscles clenched again, but not from hunger. At least not that kind of hunger. Something sparked between them. She would hang on to this one for a good long while.

“Ah, well, thank you. Thank you very much. So far so good, just waiting for my meal.” But I didn’t see your name on the menu. She blinked to try to get a handle on her erotic thoughts.

“What did you order?”

“The calamari for starters and a burger.”

“Excellent choices. The batter used in the calamari is a family secret.”

“Secret, huh?”

“Oh yes. Let me know how you like it.”

Huh, what was he talking about? She liked the view just fine.

He smiled, showing straight white teeth. “I see you’re trying to catch up on some reading.” He cocked his head to get a better look at the book.

She tried to casually set it beside her. “Yeah, just a little light reading.”

“Light? Her books can put the Dalai Lama to shame.”

“Yo…you’re familiar with her books?”

Before Hank could answer, the server came with her food. “Sir.”

“Oh, of course.” Hank moved aside while he watched the server place her dishes.

“Mmmm, this looks sinfully delicious.”

After the server left, Atlanta thought Hank would immediately move off, but was pleased when he didn’t. He turned his attention back to her. “I’ll let you enjoy your meal. Let me know if you need anything else.”

“Thank you and nice meeting you.” Boy, was it nice meeting him. What would he have done if she’d said she’d needed him.

On Travel

My youngest dances classical ballet and I'm going with her to her first ballet competition. She's very excited and I wouldn't miss this time with her for anything. And grateful I can share this with her.

The problem is we don't return until late Sunday night, so I miss Mother's Day with my other daughter. I just wish those folks who scheduled this stuff took into consideration that those of us who are mothers would have liked not having to make the choice. But hopefully I'll be home in time to kiss my other child good night.

Isis

Guest Blogging Today!

Join me if you can. I'm blogging at Raven Starr's blog all day tomorrow.


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myspace www.myspace.com/dkraven


LaVerne

Guest Blogging on Tues. 4/20

I'm blogging at Raven Starr's blog all day tomorrow. Stop by and leave a comment, and no it can not be LaVerne forgot her own anniversary. Which I did, but we won't talk about that. Well I had other things on my mind. Like I have to get my work together to send out to not 1 not 2 but 3 places. LOL.

Anyway please join me tomorrow at:

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Back from the WRW Retreat.

Just got back from my local RWA retreat. It was fantastic. I met some really great people, some were even published authors, too. LOL No really everyone was really fantastic. I can't say enough good things about this group of women. This was my first retreat but not my last. I've learned so much, and a lot of good possibilities opened up for me so we'll see where these lead.

LaVerne

HOLD ON is in PRINT!

Aw my God! HOLD ON is now available in print from Amazon . Whoo Hoo!



Best Selling Author of Sensual Romances
Coming soon-Ringside and Masquerade from Red Rose Publishing

COME TO ME-Golden Blush Recommended Read, 5 Nymphs by Amethyst Nymph, Literary Nymphs Reviews
Read entire review.
5 Cups by Delane, Coffee Time Romance Reviews
Read entire review

lavernethompson.com
myspace.com/lavernethompson
House of Isis Blog

HAPPY EASTER!

Blessings upon you.

I'm Chatting!

I'M CHATTING AT IMRR FRI. APRIL 1OTH

Come hang out with me for an hour or two at IMRR chat room link below. Fri. from 9:30pm EST see ya there.

LaVerne

http://www.chatzy.com/864220559849

New Yahoo Group

Come join me, and fellow best selling authors Stephanie Williams and Victoria Chapman at our new Yahoo group 3Ss of Romance. What do the 3 Ss of Romance stand for? Join us and find out. See you soon.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/3Ssofromance/


LaVerne

I NEED YOUR VOTES!

COME TO ME is up for Book of the Week from Long and Short Reviews. I NEED YOUR VOTES. Thank you.

http://www.longandshortreviews.com/LASR/recentrev.htm


Best Selling Author of Sensual Romances
Coming soon-Ringside and Masquerade from Red Rose Publishing

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myspace.com/lavernethompson
House of Isis Blog

Going to Print!

Whoo Hoo! PROMISES and HOLD ON from Red Rose Publishing are going to be released in print.

LaVerne

Friend's New Release!

My good friend and author, Victoria Chapman has a new book out Devil's Embrace from Red Rose Publishing. It's awesome check it out.

LaVerne

Book Trailer for Hold On

I've got a book trailer for Hold On up on You Tube. Check it out.

LaVerne

Getting Old!

Yesterday was my oldest daughter's birthday. I looked at this poised, intelligent, beautiful young lady and held her in awe. All she could talk about was that a year from the day, she'd have a driver's license. Whatever happened to my baby? I thought. But then I blinked and I saw her. I saw her as she was as she is and as she will always be to me, my baby.

Which is why I'm not even going to think about the whole driving thing until somebody twist my arm.

LaVerne

What's Hot At ARe

HOLD ON is listed as What's Hot at All Romance ebooks. Yeah!

LaVerne

Friend's Debut!

My good friend Stephanie Williams makes her debut today with YOUR LOCAL HANDYMAN from Red Rose Publishing. Click on the link to read an excerpt. This is a cute story about finding love right across the street from where you live, from a very talented new author. Best Wishes Steph, well done!

LaVerne

COME TO ME-5 Stars

Literary Nymphs gave COME TO ME a 5 Star Review. Follow the link below to read the entire review.

If I could give Come to Me a higher rating, I would because this story is fantastic! This couple’s passion jolted me like an amusement park ride that I never wanted to end. Baron is hooked the moment he hears Jasmine’s voice on the phone and hops a plane, just to go on a date with her. I loved the fact that he was so impulsive and sure of himself. The airport scene is etched in my mind as one of the hottest and most hilarious first meetings I have ever read. LaVerne Thompson, thank you for bringing the heat in this clever story.

Review

Guest Blogging

Blogging all day today at You Gotta Read http://yougottareadguest.blogspot.com/

Drop by if you get a chance.

LaVerne

It's Out! COME TO ME

COME TO ME from Freya's Bower is out today. I'm blogging about that and more all day today at Book Talk

Come chat with me.

LaVerne