Tuesday, May 7, 2013

HIS BROKEN ANGEL (GVD 1.5) -- Launches TODAY!!

Greetings fellow romantics and adventurers! It's release day for HIS BROKEN ANGEL (GVD 1.5)! The digital-only novella is a bridge between HER SKY COWBOY (avail now) and HIS CLOCKWORK CANARY (June 4). It's a bonus fast-paced love story and it's only $2.99!


This sweet and sexy tale features Doc Blue (of Her Sky Cowboy) and Lily Gentry (Tuck's sister).


Help me celebrate the debut of HIS BROKEN ANGEL by visiting any and all of these super fantastic blog hosts throughout release week (coordinated by Tasty Book Tours. Along the way you'll see a blurb, excerpt, video teaser, author info and buy links. I LOVE this tale and I can't wait to share it with you! 

Cheers, Beth    

Tasty Book Tour


Saturday, April 27, 2013

Looking For Moi?


Attention Ciotta Seekers!

Attending the Romantic Times Booklovers Convention, May 1-5 in Kansas City? Hoping to track me down at some point? Allow me to aide you in your mission. I’m typically the blur running between any number of rehearsals and events. Here, however, is where I’ll be for concentrated periods of time. Sometimes I’m speaking on a panel, sometimes mingling and giving out prizes and, well, a whole lot of other stuff.    

Wednesday, May 1

GENRE: CONTEMPORARY: REINVENTING THE MODERN-DAY ROMEO
(pic from last year--2012 RT Panel)

How can a contemporary romance hero compete with all those vampires, shifters, dukes and princes? By being a real, authentic, believable hero who readers can truly fall in love with, of course! Authors share their tips and tricks for turning an ordinary guy into a living, breathing, unforgettable hero.

Time:   2:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain:  Louisa Edwards
Panelist(s):  Beth Ciotta, Victoria Dahl, Sarah Frantz, Erin McCarthy, Shannon Stacey
Location:  Mezzanine Level
Room:  Empire A      

Beth says: I’ll be talking about my Cupcake Lovers series and contemporary stories in general. Listen and learn or listen and ask questions. And be sure to stick around until the end. We’re raffling off some books.

SOCIAL EVENT: ELLORA’S CAVE BAD GIRLS OF ROMANCE DISCO INFERNO
(pic from previous RT) 

Time:  9:00pm - 11:55pm
Host(s):  Ellora's Cave
Location:  Mezzanine Level
Room:  Exhibit Hall B

Beth says: See you on the dance floor!
  
Thursday, May 2

READER: THE STEAMPUNK CLOCKWORK TEA
Come into our parlor! Cinch your corset, fold your fan, grab your goggles and join us in celebrating the most intriguing — and fabulously costumed — genre, where 19th-century allure meets the fantastical. Mix and mingle with steampunk and gaslamp authors and enjoy swag, a costume contest and treats! Fulfill flights of improbable fancy, courtesy of your consummate author hosts and hostesses. We can’t wait for you to come calling! Steampunk finery optional but encouraged.

Time:  1:30pm - 2:30pm
Panelist(s):  Leigh Bardugo, Beth Ciotta, Seleste deLaney (aka Julie Particka), Colleen Gleason (aka Joss Ware), Susan and Clay Griffith, Leanna Renee Hieber, Nancy Holder, Caitlin Kittredge, Suzanne Lazear, Theresa Meyers, Deborah Schneider
Location:  Ballroom Level
Room:  Chicago A

Beth says: I’ll talk a teeny bit about my steampunk series, The Glorious Victorious Darcys. Mostly I’ll be mingling. Oh.  And there will be prizes. Lots and lots of prizes!

SOCIAL EVENT: RT’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY FORMAL BALL
(pic from previous RT)


Time:   8:30pm - 11:55pm
Host(s):  Kathryn Falk (RT Book Reviews, Founder), Kenneth Rubin (RT Book Reviews, President), Liz Pelletier (Entangled Publishing, Publisher)
Panelist(s):  Mary Balogh, Rosanne Bittner, Jennifer Blake, Virginia Brown, Robyn Carr, Laura Castoro (Laura Parker), Phoebe Conn, Jude Deveraux, Thea Devine, Shirl Henke, Laura Kinsale, Patricia Rice, Karen Robards, Bertrice Small, Bobbi Smith, Janelle Taylor, Cynthia Wright
Location:  Mezzanine Level
Room:  Exhibit Hall B

Beth says: I’ll be on stage dressed in historical costume and escorting the honored authors! After the show… See you on the dance floor!

Friday, May 2

SOCIAL EVENT: HEATHER GRAHAM’S FREAKY FRIDAY DINNER & DANCE PARTY
(pic from 2012 RT)

Celebrating 30 years of Romance, Ghoulies, Vampires, Werewolves, Zombies and RT!
Date:  Friday, May 3, 2013 - 8:30pm - 11:55pm
Host(s):  Heather Graham
Location:  Mezzanine Level
Room:  Exhibit Hall B

Beth says: I’m part of the ‘stage show spectacular’. Although you might not recognize me! After the show… prizes and dancing!

Saturday, May 4

SOCIAL EVENT: GIANT BOOK FAIR
(pic from 2009 RT)

Meet more than 400 authors who will autograph books, posters and bookmarks. Bring your “keepers” and have them signed!

Time:  11:00am - 2:00pm
Host(s):  RT Book Reviews
Location:  Mezzanine Level
Room:  Exhibit Hall A

Beth says: Authors are usually seated alphabetically by last name. Look for me in the “C’s”.


FAN-TASTIC DAY: CARNIVAL OF CURIOSITIES WITH THE CURATORS OF LOVE
Come one, come all! Explore the paranormal and steampunk universe. Marvel at curious facts. Debunk myths. Test your knowledge of otherworldly matters and compete for books and baubles. Venture into this carnival-inspired atmosphere for games, prizes and peculiar delights!

Time:   2:30pm - 3:30pm
Panelist(s):  Beth Ciotta, Heather Graham, Harley Jane Kozak, Kathy Love, Erin McCarthy, Kathleen Pickering, Berinn Rae, Elle J. Rossi, Alexandra Sokoloff
Location:  Ballroom Level
Room:  Chicago A & B

Beth says: Can’t wait! Games, prizes, mingling and more prizes!

FAN-TASTIC DAY: READERS KNOW BEST
Readers know best — covers, storylines, heroes, heroines and promo — and we want to hear what you have to say! Bring your questions, praise and pet peeves about romance novels to this interactive gathering, where we'll talk business, play games and give out prizes!

Time:  5:00pm - 6:00pm
Panelist(s):  Cherry Adair, Beth Ciotta, Isabelle Drake, Mari Freeman, Sabrina Jeffries, Kieran Kramer, Deb Marlowe, Kassy Tayler (aka Cindy Holby)
Location:  Ballroom Level
Room:  Atlanta A

Beth says: Lots of audience participation here! … And prizes!

FAN-TASTIC DAY PARTY: SESSION ONE
 6:30 - 7pm • Ballroom Level

Beth says: I’ll be there mingling with 300 other authors. There will be books and ultra cool goody bags. Please do come and say ‘Hi!’

SOCIAL EVENT: HARLEQUIN DANCE PARTY
Date:  Saturday, May 4, 2013 - 9:00pm - 11:55pm
Host(s):  Harlequin Enterprises
Location:  Mezzanine Level
Room:  Exhibit Hall B

Beth says: If I’m still awake and standing, you know where I’ll be! 

See you there… somewhere! 

Friday, March 22, 2013

"The Trouble With Love" BOOK TOUR!

As the old saying goes...  MY HOW TIME FLIES!

Sheesh.

Yesterday, Thursday, I spent the first part of the day seriously believing it was Wednesday. Until I got a rude awakening. Gak! Then I spent the rest of the feeling discombobulated, llike I'd somehow lost a whole day! I'm beginning to worry about myself.

Meanwhile I am making tremendous progress in several areas. Writing and promotional projects. Busy times, but good times. I have a lot on my plate just now so I'm not sure if I'll be able to post again before release day. That's right. Release day--March 26--for THE TROUBLE WITH LOVE is just around the corner!


I'm proud to annouunce that I joined for with Lisa at Tasty Book Tours and she coordinated a monster virtual book tour for THE TROUBLE WITH LOVE over the next two weeks. Instead of writing a bunch of guest posts or participating in several interviews, this time around my goal was to simply get the word out about this book that I love so much. The cover, the blurb, a little bit about moi .... that's what you'll find at most of the blog stops--the goal being massive exposure. HOWEVER, we're also giving away five copies of TTWL. so please be sure to stop by and comment for a chance to win. Below is a listing of the two week tour!



March 25th- The Avid Reader

March 26th- Mom's Reading Corner
(Stop 2) SMI Book Club

March 27th- Angie Derek, Author
(Stop 2) Reading Renee




April 2nd- Romance Bookworm

April 3rd- Racing to Read





As a bonus there is also going to be a Release Day Blast!! You'll find TTWL featured on nineteen different blogs on Tuesday, March 26. Stop by and say "hi". Remember commenting makes you eligible to win a print copy of THE TROUBLE WITH LOVE.  Have I mentioned that I LOVE this story?


1. Mom's Reading Corner
2. Romance Bookworm
3. For the Love of Bookends
4. Angie Derek
5. Racing to Read
6. Paws and Prints
7. Romancing the Book
8. SMI Book Club
9. Reading is my Time Out
10. The Avid Reader
11. Reading Renee
12. Storm Goddess Book Reviews
13. Romancing the Readers
14. Romance Addiction
15. Queen of All She Reads
16. The Little Black Book Blog
17. A Tasty Read Book Reviews
18. A Day in A Book
19. Fab, Fun and Tantalizing Reads

I'll try to send reminders and links via Facebook and Twitter as the days hit. Meanwhile, thank you for your continued support and please do share the love by spreading this news! 

Cheers and Cupcakes! -- Beth