Friday, March 30, 2007

Ahoy! It's Friday --Savvy?

What better way to celebrate the end of the week than a few pics, right? Not just any ol'pics, mind you --pics of the devilishly delicious duo from PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN!

Enjoy!
Sabrina )O(





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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com
Dark Erotica, Fantasy & Romance

Thursday, March 29, 2007

Sabrina Luna's April E-Newsletter

Hello Everyone! We’re heading into April! Yay Spring –one of my favorite times of the year!

In the past month, I’ve joined TWO co-author promotional groups! Both groups are loaded with talent, class and lots of fun!

The Sultry Sirens are: Bonnie Clarke, Eliza Gayle, Skyler Grey, Kayleigh Jamison, Savannah Jordan, Tyree Kimber, HS Kinn, Sabrina Luna, Alisha Steele, Katrina Strauss, Cheri Valmont & EPPIE Winner Emma Wildes!

We’ll be giving away some FREE downloads to our ebooks after our group reaches the 100 member mark –so join up for your chance to WIN!

Join Here: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sultrysirens

And for those of you who love ‘Coffee, Sex and a little bit of the Paranormal’, come ‘friend’ 4 Erotic Romance Authors from Charlotte North Carolina over at MySpace!

The Midnight Muses are: Crymsyn R. Hart, Dahila Rose, Eliza Gayle & Sabrina Luna

Join Here: http://www.myspace.com/themidnightmuses

Come by and see what we’re brewin’ up!

Also! HOT PURSUIT will be released on Saturday, April 28th at Mardi Gras Publishing! It’s the second Erotic Romance novella set in the quaint town of Mount Hill –and the heat is on!

Blurb: When Cassie Meadows arrives home for her parents' wedding anniversary, she's pulled over for speeding by a cop….her ex-boyfriend Steve Tanner.

She can't believe her old beau has turned into an Adonis in uniform!

Steve Tanner's flame is rekindled when he encounters Cassie too, but she's ready to lead him on a hot pursuit he'll never forget!

The first ebook, VELVET SEDUCTION, is Available Now at Mardi Gras Publishing:
http://www.mardigraspublishing.com/velvetseduction.html

The calendar’s being updated, so be sure to check it out over at Sabrina Luna Author News: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sabrinalunaauthornews

Reminder--for those who are members of my Yahoo group, you’ll receive a reminder 12 hours before each event.

Well, that’s all for now –
Many Thx & Happy April,
Sabrina )O(



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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Monday, March 26, 2007

New at Fictionwise!

VELVET SEDUCTION is Now Available at Fictionwise Ebooks!

Lance Arden had taken the assignment to write a special feature for a local magazine, but he had no idea that phone-sex would be so addictive--and so arousing! But when Lance's boss sends him to the small town of Mount Hill to interview the velvety voice behind his fantasies, Lance meets Anna Holmes--and the heat is on! However, Lance quickly learns that Anna's a small town gal with a big time problem--her ex-boyfriend. (Published: 2007)

Words: 25731 - Reading Time: 73-102 min.
Category: Erotica

Buy it here:
http://fictionwise.com/ebooks/eBook44773.htm

Also Available thru Fictionwise:

CRIMSON HEART

Do vampires dream? Alexander Rostova dreams of his lover--Natasha, a strong-willed, Russian beauty. He also dreams of their passionate, unforgettable night together before Valentine's Day. A night that would change their destinies--forever. (Published: 2007)

Words: 5197 - Reading Time: 14-20 min.
Category: Erotica

Buy it here:
http://fictionwise.com/ebooks/eBook43969.htm

CRIMSON AMBROISA

In the heart of New York City, Silas Elmagus is a vampire untouched by the hand of Time. On a chilly autumn evening, Silas savors a bottle of crimson ambrosia and reminisces over his bewitchingly handsome gypsy love, Ivan, as he attempts to ease his immortal pangs of loneliness. (Published: 2006)

Words: 5181 - Reading Time: 14-20 min.
Category: Erotica

Buy it here:
http://fictionwise.com/ebooks/eBook40287.htm


Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Sunday, March 25, 2007

Sunday's Sexy Tid-Bits

Sabrina Luna's favorite cover model --Nathan Kamp!

REAL HQ MEN?

Yahoo news reports, “Real men don't pose for the cover of a Harlequin romance. And that's something the publisher wants to change.”

Over 200 men lined up at a Toronto casting house on Saturday for the representatives of Harlequin Enterprises to strut their stuff.

"We're looking for some guys that are not your usual models, but have that iconic look that women go for -- sexy, sensitive, beautiful and fit," said Harlequin spokeswoman Marleah Stout, who attended the open casting. "We want real men ... exactly what you think in your mind when you're fantasizing or imagining that ideal man."

For more CLICK HERE

Hey, it’s a tough job, but someone’s gotta do it!

EROTICA POPULAR IN 17TH CENTURY

Salacious gossip and erotic columns thought to be the material of 21st century tabloids were actually quite popular among the 17th century readers, according to a study by Jenny Skipp. Ms. Skipp conducted a three-year PhD study that examined, cataloged and categorized every known erotic text published in eighteenth-century Britain.

Compared to our modern sensibilities, Ms. Skipp reports that erotica was read in public, “everywhere from London's rough-and-ready alehouses to the city's thriving coffee houses…”.

Although much of the work is derogatory in its references to women, “It is very different to today's erotica. It is more humorous, more literary and more engaged with the wider issues of the life and politics of the times," Ms. Skipps said.

For more CLICK HERE

WHAT'S YOUR PORN NAME?

Carmen Electra, star of the new flick I WANT CANDY, reveals how to cook up an ‘ideal porn name’. Carmen's character Candy Fiveways came up with her saucy tag by combining the names of her first pet and the street name she grew up on.

What’s yours? Okay, I’ll go first. Hi, my name is Sweetie Spruce. You? Come on…I dare ya!

Well, that’s it for now –
Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Friday, March 23, 2007

Some Friday Fun!

Okay, I've posted a few more pics from my trip to EPICon in Virginia Beach taken by other author-friends over at my other blog! Thx for the pics, Tim & Eliza!

CLICK HERE

Have a ~*Magickal*~ weekend!
Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Now Available
VELVET SEDUCTION
CHARADE
CRIMSON HEART

Wednesday, March 21, 2007

Seasonal Greetings ...


~As the Sun moves into Aries, I'd like to Wish Everyone a Happy Spring Equinox & a Blessed Ostara!~

Many Blessings & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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VELVET SEDUCTION -Mardi Gras Publishing
CHARADE -Aphrodite's Apples

Monday, March 19, 2007

New Release!


My sexy contemporary erotic romance, VELVET SEDUCTION, is now available at
Mardi Gras Publishing!

Here's a tasty little blurb & excerpt:

Lance Arden had taken the assignment to write a special feature for a
local magazine, but he had no idea that phone-sex would be so
addictive -- and so arousing!

But when Lance's boss sends him to the small town of Mount Hill to
interview the velvety voice behind his fantasies, Lance meets Anna
Holmes --and the heat is on!

However, Lance quickly learns that Anna's a small town gal with a big
time problem --her ex-boyfriend.

Excerpt from
VELVET SEDUCTION
By Sabrina Luna

"I'm wearing something very special for you tonight, lover," the
female voice purred into his ear over the telephone receiver.
Lance Arden gave a low groan.

"Leather." She paused dramatically. "A leather thong. I picked this
one just for you. Do you like leather?"

"Oh, yes."

"The thong is tight between the cheeks of my derrière, lover," she cooed.

"Uh-huh," he grunted, and scratched down a couple of notes on the
writing pad beside his phone. "Tell me more, Velvet."

He listened intently as the female phone actress, who called herself
simply "Velvet," described her exotic attire, or lack thereof.
Research was an important aspect to being a reporter, and Lance Arden,
after winning several top field honors, was considered to be one of
the best in his field. When he'd taken the assignment to write a
special feature for Chitter-Chat magazine, he'd had no idea that
phone-sex would be so addictive—or so arousing.

"Would you like to fondle my breasts tonight, lover?"
Lance drew in a ragged breath. Velvet's smooth, heated voice made his
body shiver with anticipation. "Yeah, sure." He glanced down at the
recent advertisement for the telephone service, STEAMY4U, lying beside
him on the bed. A tempting beauty with come-hither eyes stared up at
him from the glossy magazine page.

Lance put down his pen and closed his eyes. To hell with research.
Tonight it would be just him and Velvet. He slipped into the intimate
telephone fantasy with ease.

"Lay back and let yourself go, lover," Velvet continued. "I want to
feel your sweet lips gently kissing my breasts. Would you like that?"

"Oh, yes. Very much." He exhaled slowly and let the intimate illusion
completely envelope him, wrapping him in a sensual cocoon of sultry
words and heated suggestions that made his cock thicken in response.

In the semi-darkness of his apartment bedroom, he cradled the phone to
his ear and stretched out on his bed.

"My body is excited by your touch, lover. I'm getting very hot,"
Velvet gasped, growing more breathless by the moment.

"Me too." Lance swallowed hard as he glided his free hand down beneath
the elastic waistband of his jogging pants and fondled himself. The
heated desire within him grew almost unbearable as he shifted, his
elongated cock brushing against his abs.

"Oh, lover. Caress me all over," the velvet voice on the other end of
the phone panted, hot and heavy. "I'm excited. I want you now, lover!
Don't hold back!"

The sensuous coaxing of her voice fueled his desires with heated
fantasies of lust and passion. "Yeah…oh yeah, baby," he muttered, his
hand encircling his now freed erection. The wild rhythmic motion of
his hand drew his cock up and down wildly.

A heated coil of longing tightened in his lower extremities, seeking,
driving for release. Lance lost all sense of reason. He reeled in the
steady stroke of his frantic hand as the woman's voice took him over
the erogenous edge. The world within him exploded, and a stream of
passion flowed from his body. He groaned deeply with release, then
finally, found peace.

Want More? Simply Click Here

Thx,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Other Titles Available
CHARADE -Aphrodite's Apples
CRIMSON HEART -Mardi Gras Publishing
CRIMSON AMBROSIA -Mardi Gras Publishing

Sunday, March 18, 2007

Variety is the Spice of Life

A fellow author and friend recently asked me why I write a variety of stories. To date, I have several epublications available with different genres. My typical comment is that I’m a Gemini—meaning that I like to try writing different types of stories. It tests my creative imagination and helps me develop my craft as an author. Plus, writing a variety of stories is darn fun too! In other words, writing, for me, is never boring.

My current release, VELVET SEDUCTION, is a contemporary erotic romance novella. This story’s set in a small, southern town with a handsome hero, a spunky heroine and one town 'bad guy'...Anna's ex-boyfriend. Even though it’s only around 30,000 words, I do include several hot scenes because I love the erotic romance genre.

The second story, HOT PURSUIT, is slated for release in April and readers who enjoyed VELVET SEDUCTION will also like HOT PURSUIT. It’s set in the same town, but with a new hunky hero and spunky heroine. However, some of the supporting characters from the first story are also present in the second story. Both of these stories were great fun for me to write too! Having lived in a small town during the conception of my original ideas for both stories, I hoped some of my real-life experiences shine through in these novellas.

CHARADE, my D/s erotica fantasy, was a very different genre to write. I was inspired by Anais Nin’s DELTA OF VENUS and the BDSM classics, STORY OF O & THE BEAUTY trilogy. However, even though I did my research on Dominate/submissive relationships, CHARADE is also an erotica fantasy with several romantic elements. As Ms. Nin once wrote, “Only the united beat of sex and heart together can create ecstasy.”—and that’s what I sought to achieve in this story.

Vampires are both dark and erotic. These nocturnal creatures continually excite and stimulate me as an author and a reader. With my CRIMSON Tales, I wanted a chance to tell my own vampire stories. My M/M tale, CRIMSON AMBROSIA, was the first vampire story I ever wrote.

This story was inspired by the grand matron of vampire fiction, Anne Rice. I thoroughly enjoyed writing the darkly twisted tale of Silas Elmagus and his gypsy lover, Ivan. And, to my pleasant surprise, it has been very well-received by my readers! In 2006, CRIMSON AMBROSIA was one of the Top 10 Finishers at Preditor & Editors Readers Poll (Short Story Other category) and voted Best Alternative Lifestyle by Rites of Romance Reviews.

My second vampire tale, CRIMSON HEART, is a bittersweet romance between Alexander, a vampire, and his Russian love, Natasha. I had great fun writing this story, because it allowed me to explore the feelings and motives of my vampires. Even though it is also a short story, the world I create seemed to flow onto the page! Yes, I intentionally left the ending a bit open and would love to write more in this genre.

I’m also very excited that several other stories have been contracted and slated for release in the near future. These include a magickal erotic romance story set in early 20th century Egypt, a M/M BDSM erotica fantasy with Grecian gods and pleasure slaves and other exciting, erotic tales—so stay tuned for my upcoming stories!

Even though I’m a full-time author, I enjoy the feedback from my readers and fellow author-friends. You are the ones who continually inspire me to hone my writing skills and test my creative imagination! And, last but not least, I’d like to thank my epublishers and editors who allow me to experiment with different genres, making my writing career both fun and enjoyable!

I’d like to end with a fantastic quote by Maya Angelou: “Success is liking yourself, liking what you do and liking how you do it.”

And I’ll second that, Maya!

Hugs to all,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Author of Dark Erotica, Fantasy & Romance

Saturday, March 17, 2007

Happy Green Fairy Day!




"Side by side or miles apart
dear friends are always
close to the heart!"


And don't forget today's the release of VELVET SEDUCTION at Mardi Gras Publishing! I'll be chatting with the rest of the MGP Authors at The Reverly Room Tonight at 9 PM EST --so if you're not busy drinking green beer & doin' an Irish jig, please join us!

Many Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com
Author of Dark Erotica, Fantasy & Romance

Friday, March 16, 2007

Tomorrow's The Release Of ...


Lance Arden had taken the assignment to write a special feature for a local magazine, but he had no idea that phone-sex would be so addictive -- and so arousing!

But when Lance’s boss sends him to the small town of Mount Hill to interview the velvety voice behind his fantasies, Lance meets Anna Holmes --and the heat is on!

However, Lance quickly learns that Anna’s a small town gal with a big time problem --her ex-boyfriend.

My Contempoary, Spicy Erotic Romance will be Available at Mardi Gras Publishing tomorrow --March 17th!

Join the MGP Authors & myself for a New Release Live Chat 3/17 at 9 PM EST in the Revelry Room for Fun & Prizes!

Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com
CHARADE -Aphrodite's Apples
CRIMSON HEART -Mardi Gras Publishing
& Voted Best Alternative Lifestyle '06
CRIMSON AMBROSIA -Mardi Gras Publishing

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

How Irish Are You???

You're 50% Irish

You're probably less Irish than you think you are...
But you're still more Irish than most.


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com
VELVET SEDUCTION
Coming March 17th
At Mardi Gras Publishing

Tuesday, March 13, 2007

EPICon Pics Posted ...

over at my blogspot & at my blog on my MySpace profile --check'em out! :)

Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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VELVET SEDUCTION
Coming March 17th
At Mardi Gras Publishing

Monday, March 12, 2007

Wow! What A Trip!



I'm back from EPICon! Boy, did I have a great time meeting lots of epublishers, authors & just plain cool people!



Sherrilyn Kenyon, EPICon's Guest Speaker, & me!

I carried a regular ol'snap camera, so bare with me til I get the photos loaded in my Yahoo! group photo album.

Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com
Coming March 17th
VELVET SEDUCTION
At Mardi Gras Publishing

Wednesday, March 07, 2007



See y'all when I get back!
Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Monday, March 05, 2007

E-Fiestas, A Gala Signing & More!


As I’m busy packing and preparing for EPICon, I just wanted to pass along these public events that will be taking place:

The eighth annual EPICon is coming to Surfside Inn, just in time for Read An e-Book Week, March 4-10. Public events include two e-Fiestas and a gala signing of more than three dozen authors, complete with keynote Sherrilyn Kenyon.

The public events include two e-Fiestas, combination educational and party events that are free to the public and safe family venues. The first will be held Thursday night, March 8th, 6-9 pm at Pembroke Mall's food court. The second will be held in the Surfside Inn hotel lobby from 2-4 pm on Saturday, March 10th.

At the Barnes and Noble, across the Blvd from Pembroke Mall, there will be a gala signing. There will be rapid-fire readings from 6-7 pm, promo packs, a second demo area...and that's before NYT Bestseller Sherrilyn Kenyon/Kinley MacGregor joins in on the fun at 7 pm.

Local residents are also invited into the convention bookstore at the Surfside Inn, which will be open 8 am-noon and 1:30 pm to 5 pm on Friday and Saturday.

So, come & join us, if you can!

Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com
CHARADE -Aphrodite's Apples
CRIMSON HEART -Mardi Gras Publishing
CRIMSON AMBROSIA -Mardi Gras Publishing
Winner -Best Alternative Lifestyle 2006
At Rites of Romance Reviews

Saturday, March 03, 2007

Kitty's Got A Fan Club!



Okay, not *that* kitty, our Kitty --KATRINA STRAUSS! Although I couldn't resist the sweet picture of Viggo and a very lucky kitty-cat! LOL!



Join Follow Readers of Katrina Strauss' Dark, Erotic Romance Noir Here:

http://groups.myspace.com/katrinastraussfanclub

Congrats, Kitty!
Hugs,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Friday, March 02, 2007


Woohoo! CRIMSON AMBROSIA was Voted Best Alternative Lifestyle 2006 by Rites of Romance Reviews! A Special *Thank You* to Everyone who Voted for my M/M Dark Erotic Vampire Tale!



Have you read CRIMSON AMBROSIA yet? Here’s a blurb:

In the heart of modern day New York City, Silas Elmagus is a vampire untouched by the hands of Time. On a chilly autumn evening, Silas savors a bottle of crimson ambrosia and reminisces over his bewitchingly handsome gypsy lover, Ivan, as he attempts to ease his immortal pangs of loneliness.

To order a copy CLICK HERE

Thx again, RoRR!
Sabrina )O(


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Top 10 Finalist-Short Story Other
Preditor & Editor Readers Poll 2006
& Best Alternative Lifestyle 2006
Rites of Romance Reviews

Sabrina Luna's Double Double Contest Winner Is ...

Cindy Davis! Thx to everyone who entered and congratulations Cindy! You're package should be arriving next week.

You'll be receiving:

* A Five Dollar Gift Card from Starbucks
* Some chocolate candies
* A cool ink pen


Stay tuned later this month for another exciting contest!

Thx again,
Sabrina )O(


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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
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Thursday, March 01, 2007

2 Sexy Movies For Erotica Connisseurs

Looking for a sexy double feature? I recent found these two gems on Amazon.com. Amazon offers a double deal—two for one slightly lower price—and this is, IMHO, a very complimentary duo.


The first film was the one I was originally looking for –1990’s HENRY & JUNE. A top-notch cast of Fred Ward, Uma Thurman and Maria de Medeiros, portray author Henry Miller, his wife, June and a young writer, Anais Nin in 1930’s Paris. Based on a secret diary about the trio’s love triangle written by Nin herself, this film captures the bittersweet relationships of two great literary geniuses and the woman they both loved.

Beautifully filmed and with extra erotic footage and superbly acted, this film is one of my personal favorites about the love affair Anais Nin kept secret. It was her wish that the diary (and later film) not be revealed to the public until after the death of the last person this story was about –her husband, Hugo.


The second film was, IMHO, a pleasant surprise. I have long treasured my copy of Anais Nin’s book of erotica, DELTA OF VENUS. A friend recommended the movie to me and, of course, I was a bit skeptical. How can you make a film based on such a classic piece of erotica, right?

DELTA OF VENUS was made in 1995 and was directed by Zalman King, best known for his erotic films RED SHOE DIARIES & 9 ½ WEEKS. The story is loosely based on Nin’s book. It takes place in 1940’s Paris, just before World War II. The main character is a young American woman writing erotica for a mysterious collector of private erotica. Those who have read the book will recognize bits of Nin’s stories intertwined into the story as well as a semi-biographic portrayal of Nin herself.

Although DELTA OF VENUS is not quite as engrossing plot-wise as HENRY & JUNE, it is a very sexy treat about the young woman’s exploration of her sexuality and how it affects her writings. The cinematography is rich, lush and very pleasing to the eye. The cast includes Audie England, Costas Mandylor and Eric Da Silva—not familiar actors to me, but very lovely people to watch onscreen. With this DVD version, you can chose either the ‘R’ rating for strong erotic content or ‘NC-17’ which has explicit sexuality. I watched ‘NC 17’ and greatly enjoyed this very sexy, yet sensual film.

I highly recommend both DVD versions of these films. Not only do they compliment each other well, but are a real treat for the erotica connoisseur.

That’s my $1.01—for what it’s worth!
Thx,
Sabrina )O(



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Sabrina Luna's March E-Newsletter




It’s March! Already? Geez, this year’s flying by! Welcome to my March E-Newsletter! February was fabulous –with P & E Reader Poll results, the release of CRIMSON HEART & a cool review from LoveVampires.com, plus fun chats and contests! Now on to March!

The Calendar at Sabrina Luna Author News has been updated and ready to go! Oh, I changed the reminder thingy, so you’ll get an email reminder 12 hours before the chat or event instead of day early.

Tomorrow’s the final day for Sabrina Luna’s Double Double Fun Contest, so if you haven’t entered yet, time’s running out. I’ll be announcing the Lucky Winner tomorrow 3/2 at 1 PM EST –Good Luck!

I’ll be attending EPICon March 8th-11th in Virginia Beach. If you’re going, find me and introduce yourself. I love meeting new people! Also, I’ll be on the Writing BDSM panel at the conference and I have 2 signings scheduled too—this oughta be fun!

And, finally, VELVET SEDUCTION will be released March 17th at Mardi Gras Publishing! This is a contemporary, spicy erotic romance that’s both short and sexy!

Well, that’s all for now –will keep you posted with News Flashes as they happen.

Thx & Have a Merry March,
Sabrina )O(

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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com
CHARADE –Aphrodite’s Apples
CRIMSON HEART –Mardi Gras Publishing
Now Available
VELVET SEDUCTION-Coming 3/17 at MGP