CBLS Promotions - Virtual Book Tour Organization for Romance Authors

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LATEST PRAISE FOR CBLS PROMOTIONS:
"THANK YOU for all you've done. The tour was amazing. I've more releases and will contact you soon. I've told other others how wonderful the experience was with CBLS. Can't tell you how you made things move for me..."--Erotic Romance Author, Susan D. Taylor (aka Susan Arden)

CURRENT SPECIAL:
Receive $5 OFF a 10, 15 or 20-Stop FULL SERVICE VBT package AND be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE Promo Blast (a $25 value), now through May 31. Go HERE for package details and sign-up.

NOW SCHEDULING:
Click HERE for a list of tours now being scheduled (taking hosting sign-ups).

SCHEDULED:
Apr 15-May 24: "Worth the Risk" by Anne Lange (Erotic Contemporary Romance)
May 1-31: "Demoness of Lust" by Charisma Knight (Erotic Paranormal Romance)
May 13-June 7: "One Good Man" by Marie McGaha (New Adult Contemporary Romance)
May 13-June 11: "Going After the Heart" by Kristen Beairsto (Contemporary Romance)
May 20: "Southern Attraction" by Tracy Kauffman (YA Romance)

GIVEAWAYS:
Ends May 19: 1 signed paperback copy of "Dream Student (Dreams #1)" from J.J. DiBenedetto
Ends May 19: $10 Amazon Gift Card from Allison Merritt
Ends May 20: 5 $5 Dunkin' Donuts Gift Cards from Fiona McGier
Ends May 24: $10 Amazon Gift Card, $10 Starbucks Gift Card AND an eBook copy of "Worth the Risk" from Anne Lange
Ends May 25: 2 eBook copies of "Southern Attraction" fromn Tracy Kauffman
Ends June 5: 1 eBook copy of "Demoness of Lust" PLUS trinkets from Wicked Amethyst Designs from Charisma Knight
Ends June 12: 1 signed paperback copy of "One Good Man" from Marie McGaha
Ends June 16: 5 eBook copies of "Going After the Heart" from Kristen Beairsto

Saturday, May 18, 2013

#PromoBlast: "Southern Attraction" by Tracy Kauffman #YA #romance

Southern Attraction
by Tracy Kauffman
Young Adult Romance
Categories: Action/Adventure
Publisher: KG Books
Heat Level: Sweet
Length: 174 pages

Available at:
KG Books | Amazon

Description:
Heather has everything she ever wanted; money, clothes, friends, popularity and parents that adored her. One terrible day, she is uprooted to a small town in Alabama with an uncle she doesn’t know.

The small town of Huckleburg was nothing like Manhattan. Country rednecks owned the town and no one accepted Yankees from New York. Heather didn’t think things could get worse until a tornado comes and blasts through the small town. Heather has to lose herself to rediscover what life is all about. She meets two guys that she can’t decide between who she really wants.

Join Heather as she discovers that there is more to life than money and fame. Will Heather ever fit in and find true love or will she stay an outsider living in the south?

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Tracy Kauffman is a Christian fiction author of Young Adult and Children Stories. She grew up in North Alabama, where she still resides with her husband and daughter. She loves taking cruises and traveling with her family. Her favorite place that she has been to is the Grand Canyon.

Tracy has an Associates Degree in Nursing. She is a registered nurse and works part time in a local nursing home. The rest of the time she spends her time writing books and marketing them. Her titles include: Gwendolyn’s Wish, Southern Adventures, Richard the Lionheart, My Boyfriend the Squire, Southern Attraction, and Captain Honey Bear Saves Goldie Locks.

Tracy started writing poetry at a small age and won the title of editor in her school newspaper, when she was in second grade. She had her first poem published in an online writing contest called, The Cosmetology Student. She decided to write her first book, Southern Adventures, when her son left home for the Air Force.

She loves writing and hopes to be able to inspire her readers into living a happy healthier life. She feels like her own life experiences have made her a better writer. Learn more about her by visiting her website or blog.

Connect with Tracy Kauffman
Website | Blog | Facebook | Goodreads

Enter the contest at each participating stop for a chance to win one (1) of (2) eBook copies of Southern Attraction from Tracy Kauffman. Ends May 25. Must be 18 years of age or older to enter.
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Saturday, May 11, 2013

#BlogBarrage: "The Turncoat’s Temptress (Legends & Lovers #3)" by Allison Merritt @allison_merritt #historicalromance #paranormalromance #fantasyromance #steampunk

The Turncoat’s Temptress (Legends & Lovers #3)
by Allison Merritt
Historical Paranormal/Fantasy Romance
Categories: Action/Adventure, Steampunk
Publisher: Demoiselle Books
Release Date: March 26, 2013
Heat Level: Steamy
Word Count: 87,000

Available at:
Amazon | B&N

Description:
Basil Tinwhistle's life changed when he was nine years old and he revealed that he had a proclivity for finding the paranormal. Taken from his family and raised by a special order of men dedicated to memorizing legend and hunting monsters, he's risked life and limb to keep the United States safe from terror in the night. More than that, he left behind the only woman who ever held his heart.

Foreseer Nora Frost's parents abandoned her in favor of pursuing sideshow careers in a circus. Her grandmother raised her with a strict hand to prevent history from repeating itself. Nora has never felt comfortable with herself, except for the brief summer Basil spent at her grandmother's antebellum mansion. When Basil vanished without a word, he broke her heart and she vowed never to fall in love again.

Years later, on one of Nora's worst days, Basil suddenly reappears. The attraction between them is as strong as it was that long ago summer, but Basil is about to reveal a danger Nora never imagined—one that might tear them apart before they can repair the past.

Warning: This title is intended for readers over the age of 18 as it contains adult sexual situations and/or adult language, and may be considered offensive to some readers.

May 13, 2013
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A life-long love of reading turned Allison Merritt into an indie author who writes historical, paranormal and fantasy romances, often combining the sub-genres. She lives in a small town in the Ozark Mountains with her husband and dogs. When she's not writing or reading, she hikes in national parks and conservation areas.

Allison graduated from College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, Missouri with a B.A. in mass communications that's gathering dust after it was determined that she's better at writing fluff than hard news.

Connect with Allison Merritt
Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Google+ | Goodreads

Enter at each participating stop for a chance to win a $10 Amazon Gift Card from Allison Merritt. Contest is tour wide and ends May 19. Must be 18 years of age or older to enter.
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#BlogBarrage: "Dream Student (Dreams #1)" by J.J. DiBenedetto #paranormalromance #romanticsuspense

Dream Student (Dreams #1)
by J.J. DiBenedetto
Paranormal Romantic Suspense
Categories: Mystery/Thriller
Publisher: Self/Indie
Release Date: April 2, 2013
Heat Level: Sensual
Word Count: 94,000

Available at:
Amazon

Description:
What would you do if you could see other people’s dreams? If you could watch their hidden fantasies and uncover their deepest, darkest secrets…without them ever knowing?

Sara Barnes is about to find out. She thought that all she had to worry about was final exams, Christmas shopping and deciding whether she likes the cute freshman in the next dorm who’s got a crush on her.

But when she starts seeing dreams that aren’t hers, she learns more than she ever wanted to know about her friends, her classmates…and a strange, terrifying man whose dreams could get Sara killed.

Dream Student is the thrilling first installment of the Dreams series.

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J.J. (James) DiBenedetto was born in Yonkers, New York. He attended Case Western Reserve University, where as his classmates can attest, he was a complete nerd. Very little has changed since then.

He currently lives in Arlington, Virginia with his beautiful wife and their cat (who has thoroughly trained them both). When he's not writing, James works in the direct marketing field, enjoys the opera, photography and the New York Giants, among other interests.

The ‘Dreams’ series is James’ first published work.

Connect with J.J. DiBenedetto
Email | Website | Facebook

Enter at each participating stop for a chance to win a signed paperback copy of Dream Student (Dreams #1) from J.J. DiBenedetto. Contest is tour wide and ends May 19. Must be 18 years of age or older to enter.
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Client Testimonials

"THANK YOU for all you've done. The tour was amazing. I've more releases and will contact you soon. I've told other others how wonderful the experience was with CBLS. Can't tell you how you made things move for me..."--Erotic Romance Author, Susan D. Taylor (aka Susan Arden)

"Thank you for the great tour you put together. I’ve used several tour companies and I keep coming back to you. I had a small uptick in sales and my twitter mentions went way up. You do a great job and I very much appreciate it."--Sylvia McDaniel, Best-Selling, Award-Winner Author of Historical and Contemporary Romances

"Thanks for another great tour. I appreciate your hard work and organization! Wishing you all the best and I will be back soon :)"--Carly Fall, Author of The Six Saviors Series - Where Fantasy Meets Romance

"I'm truly delighted with service quality provided by CBLS Promotions. It's highly professional and friendly at the same time. What impresses me most is the frequent and open communication. Never once have I felt neglected or left without important inputs. The company creates a perfect client experience for me and I have already asked its owner to assist me with my promotional efforts further."--Bard of Gay Erotic Paranormal Fantasy, Ciaran Dwynvil

"Well done tour. It was inexpensive, the tour went without a hitch, and I got some great reviews out of the deal. I even made a couple of friends along the way. Liz is very quick to answer questions and wonderful to work with. Will definitely keep CBLS in mind for my next tour!"--JM Stewart, Author of Her Knight in Black Leather

"Liz was recommended to me by a friend, and I couldn't have asked for anyone better to help promote my book. She was friendly, professional and has a brilliant hosting team on board. I will certainly be asking her for assistance again when the next book in the series is released. Thanks Liz and CBLS!"--Best-Selling Author of Erotic Romance, Zara Stoneley

"I had the best experience doing a blog barrage with Liz! So much so that I booked another one right away! I was very impressed with her communication & all the terrific bloggers she had lined up for me. I will utilize her on future releases for sure & recommend her to everyone!!"--Multi-Published Romance Author, June Kramin

"Amber Skyze and I were delighted with Coffe Beans and Love Scenes promotional services. Liz is easy to work with and she made the daunting task of promoting a book simple. The artwork she prepared for our book tour was stunning. The hostesses on our virtual book tour were friendly and fun to work with. With this virtual book tour we were able to reach readers and reviewers outside our circle. I'm so glad we did this. I would recommend Coffee Bean and Love Scenes services to any busy author who needs a little help with book promo. I'll definitely use CBLS in the future."--Erotic Romance Authors, Katalina Leon and Amber Skyze

"I am new to the publishing arena, and as a first time author, the process can be daunting. One of the most overwhelming aspects of being published is advertisement and marketing your work to the public. Thankfully, my publishing house, Decadent Publishing, put me in touch with Liz at CBLS Promotions. Liz contacted me immediately and set my mind at ease. She arranged the virtual book tour after I answered only a few easy questions. All of my questions were answered promptly and clearly. The blog tour went off without a hitch thanks to Liz’s attention to detail and immediate availability to answer questions. My book was spotlighted and my readership increased thanks to my participation in the CBLS program. Thank you Liz and Decadent Publishing!"--Paranormal Romance Author, J.T. Cheyanne

"CBLS offers fantastic value for money, combined with a personal, friendly service. Everything ran flawlessly and I received a great response from bloggers and readers alike. It is so easy to get swamped by the marketing side of writing and CBLS takes away a lot of that stress, allowing you to get on with the important part of being an author - writing! I will be back!"--Best-Selling Author of The Crimson Castle, Samantha Holt

"Thank you so much for arranging my barrage. It was a success, as always, and I look forward to having you arrange my next tour early next year."--Contemporary and Paranormal Romance Author, Natalie-Nicole Bates

"I had such a wonderful blog tour thanks to CBLS and I know I will definitely use it again. I highly recommend talking to Liz and setting up your own tour. Trust me, its painless."--Paranormal Romance Author, Shiela Stewart

"Thanks for making my tour so enjoyable, Liz - it was great!"--Romance Author, Rachel Brimble

"Thank you so much for your time and effort with my blog tour. It was my first tour and I felt it went very well. You were quick to respond to issues and kept me aware of any other information I needed. The whole process was very easy. I will be back for another tour in the near future."--Romance Author, Kristen Beairsto

"I can honestly say my VBT with CBLS brought me many new readers, showcased my novel in a way which attracted positive attention, and I would recommend CBLS to any author considering a virtual book tour. I will book future tours, without doubt because the results are outstanding."--Romance Author, Lee Ann Sontheimer Murphy

"Loved the barrage tour. It was fun and a great way to promote."--Paranormal Romance and YA Author, Sandra Cox

"Getting on the wagon for my very first VBT was a daunting experience, but Liz and her crew at CBLS Promotions have made this a wonderful, stress-free, and thoroughly enjoyable experience. I'll definitely be checking in with them for my future VBTs."--Multi-Published Romance Author, Zee Monodee

"I was absolutely pleased with the exposure that your VBT provided. I recommend your services highly, and plan to make CBLS a stop for the promotion of my upcoming releases."--Imani True (aka True), Author of A Little Sumthin Sumthin

"For a new author in these days of social networking, organizing publicity and getting your name out there is an overwhelming task. CBLS Promotions makes the job seamless and trouble free. Exposure over two days was phenomenal and I noticed an immediate spike in sales. Thanks for a great service...I came straight back for a second tour!"--Romance Author, Annie Seaton

"CBLS Promotions did a fantastic job with my blog tour for 'Redneck Heaven'. Even though I missed some of her deadlines, Liz worked with what I sent her and was able to pull off fabulous blurbs and much appreciated stops. Just thinking of everything that she did to make the tour a success gives me the willies. Being an independent author, I've had to learn so much in a short amount of time. This is one area that I am pleased to know I can leave in her capable hands. I will use CBLS exclusively for all of my E-book tours in the future. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for a job well done."--Marchelle Wallace, Author of Redneck Heaven

"This was my first experience with blog tours, but Liz and the folks at CBLS made the experience painless. They did a fantastic job!! I thought I'd only have a few stops for the price I paid, but I had ten stops over a two period. The prices are right for authors with limited budget and the work is first rate!"--Contemporary Romance Author, Candy Ann Little

"CBLS Virtual eBook Tours is exactly what the name stands for: Coffee Beans because you need all the caffeine in the world in order to visit all the incredible blogs contributing to the tour. Love Scenes because love welcomes you at every corner, on every blog, with every new friend you make. Aside from being a skillful planner, Liz Velez is a superwoman. I personally don't know how she does it, but let me tell you, she does it darn well! Fantastic feedback. Awesome contributions. The reviews exceeded my expectations. I sincerely recommend CBLS to anyone in need for help promoting their books. You won't regret it!"--Multicultural Romance Author, Camelia Miron Skiba

"If you're planning a virtual book tour, look no further than CBLS Promotions. As a new author, the tour organized by CBLS Promotions introduced my novel, as well as myself, to a new audience. A great way to interact with readers. I will definitely use CBLS Promotions in the future."--Writer and Painter, M. Marcus A. Lopés

"Coffee Beans and Love Scenes was terrific to work with. They handled all promotional dates, interviews, and giveaways with the utmost professionalism. Best of all, sales of With This Kiss spiked during my tour, and stayed strong for weeks following it. An A+ experience all around. I will definitely be back."--Historical Romance Author, Victoria Lynne

"CBLS was a pleasure to work with. I didn't give them much notice, but they were able to put together an impressive 14-stop Blog Barrage that gave me several great reviews, some new readers, and lots of hits on my website. I will definitely use them again."--Amazon Best-Selling Author, Rebecca J. Clark

"Liz - I thank you. I did sell a lot of books during the tour and got some great feedback. I even met some ladies who I think will become good friends - including you. This type of exposure is something that will produce benefits beyond the timeframe that we allotted. I highly recommend CBLS Promotions to anyone who wants maximum exposure for their new release."--Secret Cravings Publishing Premier Romance Author, Sable Hunter

"...I thought your promotional service overall was commendable."--Best-Selling Paranormal Romance Author, Gabrielle Bissett

"My experience with CBLS Promotions was fantastic. I feel as though I reached an entirely new audience and have noticed a pick up in sales since the blog tour. I want to thank you for your attention to detail and the ease with which the tour went."--Danica Avet, Paranormal Romance with a touch of Cajun spice!