Zoe Winters
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Kept is the first novella in the Blood Lust book, try it free before
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About the Author
Zoe Winters is an independent paranormal romance author publishing her fiction under her own imprint: IncuBooks. Discovering a passion for both writing and publishing and wanting full creative control of her work, she decided to pursue both passions and publish independently.
Her fiction is both quirky and dark, heavy on the sarcasm with a rich undercurrent of angst. Her love scenes aren't overly graphic but she's been told by readers that the whole affair seemed much more graphic than it was.
Zoe's favorite colors are rainbow and clear. Just in case anyone asks.
Zoe's goal as a writer? "I want to write a book that makes you almost pee your pants because you dont want to put it down long enough to go to the bathroom. I want to write a book that you miss meals for. I want to write a book you miss bathing for. I want to grab hold of you and not let go until the very last page, where you crumble to the floor in a blissful heap, ask for a cigarette, and say: "Damn, was it good for you too," then tell 300 of your closest friends about it on Twitter."
What Readers are Saying About KEPT...
Romance Reviewer, Mrs. Giggles, says:
"I dont know why Ms Winters wanted to give away her story for free when she could sell it for $3.50 at any of the few epublishing houses out there that would publish this comparatively tame (read: not OMG HOTHOTHOT kind of erotic) story, but I guess we readers are the ones who benefit here. "
Romance Author, Cynthia Eden:
"I loved the premise and Zoe sure has one great imagination. Id like to read more about this world (hint, hint, Zoe)."
Reader Kathleen Gresham (Amazon review):
"Im not normally a novella fan because theres rarely enough character development for my taste, but Winters manages to cram a lot of story in a brief package, delivering a romance I believed and wanted more of. Ill definitely check out her forthcoming releases."
Reader: Elizabeth Halthom (Smashwords review):"There are a lot of books on here that are highly rated that would have benefited greatly from an editors pen this isnt one of them. Hopefully the site will get more content of this caliber the writing is crisp, smart and highly entertaining. Bravo, Ms. Winters, and I hope we get to read more from you in the future."B. Washburn (Amazon review):"I loved this novella. I was engaged by the characters from the start, and thoroughly enjoyed the kitty-like playful elements that make up the storys narrative. Ms. Winters writes excellent dialogue, and her characterization is spot on. Im not a big reader of paranormal romances, but certain circumstances drew me to Ms. Winters writing, and I only wish there was more. I recommend this without reservation, especially if one has not read paranormal romance before shes a terrific world builder."
Reader: Elizabeth Halthom (Smashwords review):
"There are a lot of books on here that are highly rated that would have benefited greatly from an editors pen this isnt one of them. Hopefully the site will get more content of this caliber the writing is crisp, smart and highly entertaining. Bravo, Ms. Winters, and I hope we get to read more from you in the future."
B. Washburn (Amazon review):
"I loved this novella. I was engaged by the characters from the start, and thoroughly enjoyed the kitty-like playful elements that make up the storys narrative. Ms. Winters writes excellent dialogue, and her characterization is spot on. Im not a big reader of paranormal romances, but certain circumstances drew me to Ms. Winters writing, and I only wish there was more. I recommend this without reservation, especially if one has not read paranormal romance before shes a terrific world builder."
To read KEPT free, Click Here.
Blood Lust Coming Spring/Summer 2010
It's all about the blood...
Comprised of three novellas, Blood Lust gives readers a snapshot look at the world of the Preternaturals Series. (Future installments of the series will be novels.)
KEPT (also available free, here):
As a cat therian (shifter), Greta's blood is already sought after to enhance spells and potions, but due to a quirk of her birth, her blood is potent enough to kill for. When her tribe plans to sacrifice her, Greta must ally herself with Dayne, the dangerous local sorcerer, and the only person strong enough to protect her.
CLAIMED:
For a vampire, Anthony isn't a picky eater, but he's drawn to Charlee's blood more than any other. Like a fine wine saved for a special occasion, he's denied himself this pleasure. But one night, high from the potent magical blood of another, he claims his prize and loses control. Ashamed of almost killing the one woman who means anything to him, he wipes her memory of the event. When Charlee awakens with complete amnesia, Anthony is the only one who can clean up the mess he's made.
MATED:
Because of the vampiric blood that has run through her veins since birth, Jane has been a target for vampires who resent a human being "kindred." She's forced to disguise herself as a vampire groupie to appease them and safeguard her life. When she's abruptly given to Cole, the leader of the werewolf pack, to satisfy a gambling debt, she discovers the blood running through her veins has a far greater impact on her destiny than she ever imagined.
Cover Art by Anne Cain
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