The Chameleon by Diane Burton…

The Chameleon Cover (3)I’m completely thrilled to have the lovely Diane Burton on my blog today to discuss writing a series and her latest release. It’s great to have you, Diane!

Thanks for having me here today, R.T. Since we both write series, I thought that would be a good topic.

Series

Have you ever been on a vacation and didn’t want to leave the people and/or the location? Or have you ever gotten to the end of a book and wished it didn’t end there? Did you ever wish you could find out what came next?

That often happens to me. I love epilogues, you know, the “five years later” when you find out how the main characters managed reality. Sometimes, there are secondary characters who are so compelling I hope the writer will give them their own story(s). That often happens when I write. For months (sometimes years), I’m caught up in a world I’ve created with people I’ve grown to know and love and I don’t want to leave. I want to stay and see what happens next.

As I wrote The Pilot, I knew I wanted to write a series about strong women on the frontier of space. I envisioned the wild, wild west where only the strong survived. I wrote mini-plots about the women who would be featured in each book. What I didn’t know were the men. After The Pilot was released, a friend asked (no, she demanded LOL) to know when Laning and Quin would have their stories. While Quin’s story has to wait (sorry, no spoilers), I knew Laning would be a good foil for Jileena, a smart, savvy fem who pretends to be a vacuous twit—the heroine in The Chameleon. You’ll see his conflict in the excerpt below.

In the Outer Rim series, each book is complete within itself. Some characters appear, or are referred to, in each of the books, but the books can be read in any order.

Diane Burton

Blurb for The Chameleon (An Outer Rim Novel: Book 2):

Legally Blond meets Mata Hari

Socialite Jileena Winslott has perfected the image of the spoiled, rich, bubble-headed daughter of an industrial magnate. In reality, she’s a smart, savvy aide to her father in social situations where she is his eyes and ears. She yearns to be her true self and run the family business. When her father sends her on a covert mission to the Outer Rim, she has the chance to prove herself. Big problem. He insists she take along a fake fiancé—the man she’s secretly loved for years.

Security Officer Laning Servary has better things to do than babysit a spoiled rich girl on a tour of the Frontier. If he refuses, he can kiss his career good-by. Then Jileena’s father sweetens the pot. If Laning keeps her safe, his family will receive the land they share-crop. He can’t refuse.

In the close quarters of her ship, Laning and Jileena discover they aren’t who they seem. Pirates, weather, and her recklessness threaten to derail the mission. As Laning and Jileena revise their impressions of each other, they’ll have to make hard choices about their goals. Can their budding love survive?

Excerpt from The Chameleon:

“Commander Servary, your assignment is to escort Baby Winslott on a sightseeing tour of the Outer Rim.”

Security Officer Laning Servary clenched his teeth so hard his jaw ached. By the Matriarch’s left tit, that was why he’d been recalled from the Rim to Coalition HQ? To be a glorified tour guide? A babysitter? He thanked the Exalted One that he was standing, his feet wide apart with his hands clasped behind his back. Otherwise, he might have wrapped them around Chief Vanutial’s neck and throttled him.

“Baby, sir?” Laning knew full well who Baby was. He’d met her Royal Pain-in-the-Ass at a social function last year.

“Chief Representative Winslott’s daughter wants to visit the Frontier. Her father insists you protect her.” The man’s eyes narrowed. “She has some damn fool notion about having an adventure. Apparently, those damn fool pioneers have been filling her head with damn fool ideas.”

“But, sir, I have an assignment—”

“Servary, your assignment is what I say it is,” Vanutial boomed, shattering the air in the spacious office much the same as his Volpian Cruiser did when shooting through the atmosphere.

Laning cleared his throat and snapped to attention. “Yes, sir.”

“At ease, Commander, at ease. By Lexol’s Fire, I need you out there patrolling Malcor Sector for smugglers and other miscreants. And keeping that gangster Hallart out of your sector. Not escorting some spoiled rich girl who wants a damn fool adventure.” Chief Vanutia’s voice rose.

Although he agreed, Laning knew enough to keep his mouth shut.

“Winslott insisted on you specifically. Although I don’t know why after that fiasco with President—ex-President—Filana’s son. I still can’t believe she was in Hallart’s pocket. The Divine One only knows how far his influence extends.” Chief Vanutial blew out a breath. “Never mind that. Screw this up, Servary, and your next assignment won’t be a cushy sightseeing tour. You’ll be swabbing decks on a garbage scow.”

The Chameleon is available at:

Amazon: http://amzn.com/B00K8GDN00

Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/the-chameleon-an-outer-rim-novel-book-2

Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/436631

Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-chameleon-diane-burton/1119480831?ean=2940149208616

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Do you like detective/mystery romance? The Nickie Savage Series is one to try.

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Thank You For the Scathing Review?

Savage EchosSeriously, I’m quite honored. Don’t get me wrong, I wish the reviewer liked the story. We’ve all been there … we read a full-length novel to the end only to realize it isn’t a match for us. Boo! And then, there’s a sequel? The horror!

However, this reviewer compared my Nickie Savage Series to Nora Robert’s alias J.D. Robb. Squeal! Granted, she meant it as an insult. But … Nora? Thank you! The Nickie Savage Series has been compared to James Patterson’s Women’s Murder Club. Squeal. Janet Evanovich’s Plum Series (really? I’m not funny — just ask my teenagers). Still … squeal! The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. I’m so humbled. And now, Nora? Be still my heart.

Unfortunately, my Nickie Savage and Duncan Reed do not fare the same fate as J.D. Robb’s Eve Dallas and Roarke. My characters come face-to-face with their demons, not in memory only. They live in present tense and have close family they rely heavily upon. The series has an overall story arc is predetermined, lasts exactly 5 books, and has a concise conclusion. I think the In Death Series is pushing over 40 books, now. Go, Nora!

So, keep ’em coming, reviewers. I’m completely honored!

Savage Echoes, Nickie Savage Series Short Story Sequel. Do you read romantic suspense that is heavy on detective mystery? This short story is a great way to try out the series without spending loads of time or money.

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New Release: Romance Suspense Novel Savage Deception, Nickie Savage Series Book 1 by Best Selling R.T. Wolfe

Savage EchosSavage Echoes is the short story that links the Black Creek and the Nickie Savage Series. It is live on all retailers and already on sale for .99c at Barnes and Noble. Other retailers will be lowering their prices soon, too.

When an anonymous 9-1-1 caller claims responsibility for a missing college student, Detective Nickie Savage is hot on the case.

But she needs the help of Duncan Reed, an artist with a photographic memory, who’s also determined to cut through her aversion to commitment.

As suspects pile up and time counts down, Nickie faces an even greater challenge: losing the young woman to the same captivity Nickie endured as a child.

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Savage DeceptionSavage Deception is the first full-length novel in the romance suspense Nickie Savage Series.

Busy juggling loan sharks and Amber Alerts, Detective Nickie Savage makes time when the FBI seeks her expertise with a child trafficking ring. But when Nickie discovers that the men running the ring are the same ones who abducted her as a young teen, the case gets personal.

Risking her badge, Nickie goes rogue. Luckily, she has Duncan Reed, along with his wire tapping and surveillance expertise. But Duncan also wants to take their relationship to the next level.

Now, Nickie must choose: break her own rules and risk her heart or forge ahead alone.

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Romantic Suspense, Signed and Shipped in Time for the Holidays!

Send your friend or family member to upstate New York for the holidays!

cover photoWell … maybe not literally, but how about in a book? The Black Creek Trilogy is a story of trust, arson, romance and vengeance and is set in beautiful upstate New York.

Personalized copies can be signed and mailed anywhere in the continental US. The price is $10 per book + S&H. You can find the PayPal link on the Home Page of the R.T. Wolfe website.

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Signed Paperback R.T. Wolfe Romantic Suspense Novels Now on Sale

All three of the romantic suspense Black Creek Series novels are for sale in signed paperback form. For $14.95 ($21.06 with shipping and tax) you can request a personal note and have it delivered to any address withing the continental United States. Black Creek Burning, Flying in Shadows, and Dark Vengeance are all available on the Home Page of the www.RTWolfe.com site.

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Book 1 in the Black Creek splinter series, the Nickie Savage Series, is due out soon. I’ll add the signed paperback option for book 1, Savage Deception, as soon as I get it. This book as a Christmas gift is a definite possibility. Sign up for R.T.’s monthly newsletter to get the most recent updates. The sign up is above the PayPal Buy Now button on the Home Page.

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Recent Blog Visits and Public Book Signing Dates featuring Romantic Suspense Author R.T. Wolfe (Black Creek Series)

The final installment in the romantic suspense Black Creek Series, Dark Vengeance, was released just a few weeks ago. Here are a few of the blogs who offered me a guest appearance. Thank you, Claranne, Joyce and Jessica! You have created lovely blogs!

RT Wolfe - Black Creek Series - Dark Vengeance - Book 3 - Cover1“Ending a Series” on Blame it on the Muse.

“Research is an Author’s Best Friend” on USA Today’s Happy Ever After Blog.

“What Do My Novels Teach?” on Books with Benefits.

Coming up: Harlie’s Book Blog and Musings from an Addicted Reader.

1150290_705399396142456_616381254_nI have two book signings this week. If you are in the area, stop by. I’d love to see you!

Tuesday, September 17th:

White Oak Vineyards at 8644 E. 2100 North Road, Carlock, Illinois 61725–This is between Peoria and Bloomington, IL

I’ll be there with five other romance authors from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wine and a book…it sounds just about right.

Thursday, September 19th:

Meg’s Daily Grind at 3885 N. Perryville Road, Rockford, IL 61114

You’ll find me sipping my other vice … coffee! … from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Come join me if you’re in the area!

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New Release, Romance Suspense, Dark Vengeance, Black Creek Series Book 3 by R.T. Wolfe

Release day! What a rush.

Dark Vengeance coverSame alarm. Same breakfast. Same sunrise. But there’s something about release day for an author. Dark Vengeance is the final installment of the Black Creek Series. Book 1 has made the Amazon top 100 overall and held the #1 spot on Barnes and Noble for 2 days. Black Creek Burning may have only sat next to James Patterson for 2 days, but that’s a big deal for this new author. Whoop!

Here are the links to popular ereaders. Amazon also has the book in print. So dang fun.

Click HERE for the Amazon link.

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Duncan Reed spent much of his life reliving the night his beloved aunt was nearly murdered. The night he was used as bait. Now the assailant is free and a whole new line of twists begin…twists that include the complicated Detective Nickie Savage.

A splinter series featuring the characters from the Black Creek Series is set to be released early in 2o14. Savage Deception, Nickie Savage Series Book 1, is the story of deceit, passion, commitment and the lack-there-of. It is going through edits at this moment. So dang fun.

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New Release Timeline and Works in Progress. Romance Suspense, R.T. Wolfe

Dark Vengeance coverBook 3 in the Black Creek Series, Dark Vengeance is now available for pre-order on iTunes and Barnes and Noble. The official release date is August 28th. The Amazon and Kobo links will be live a few days before the release. But you don’t have to remember any of this! Sign up for my newsletter and have once-a-month updates delivered to your email inbox. The subscription link is on the Home Page of my website.

Here is the Dark Vengeance book jacket blurb:

Detective Nickie Savage is pursuing a paroled arsonist who’s at it again. Worse, she’s plagued by the most recent victim’s nephew, Duncan Reed, the person she distrusts the most.Nickie Savage

Duncan won’t stop until the deadly arsonist targeting his Aunt is back behind bars. But the smart and sassy Nickie Savage is in his way and getting far too close to a 30-year-old secret he’s fought to protect.

When the arsonist strikes again with perfectly timed twin explosions, Duncan and Nickie must re-think everything they once believed about the arsonist and each other.

imagesIn the meantime, Detective Nickie Savage will be getting her own series. Book 1 in the Nickie Savage Series, Savage Deception, is completed and off to the first round of edits. We are hoping for release of this book somewhere between late 2013 and early 2014. She and Duncan are in all sorts of adventure, mystery and passion. Since the Black Creek Series and Nickie Savage Series will have many of the same characters, I’ve written a novella linking the two. So dang fun.

In a few weeks, I’m off to Florida shadow sea turtle conservation biologists as I outline and research a completely new series involving family secrets, ages old murder, old romance and new passion. I am hoping to have book 1 in the Sea ‘Scape Series out in 2014.

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Romance Suspense Black Creek Series Book 3, Dark Vengeance, Available for Pre-Order

Dark Vengeance coverDuncan Reed spent much of his life reliving the night his beloved aunt was nearly murdered. The night he was used as bait. Now the assailant is free and a whole new line of twists begin…twists that include the complicated Detective Nickie Savage.

Dark Vengeance is now available for Pre-Order at iTunes and Barnes and Noble. Amazon and Kobo links will go live around August 26th with a release date everywhere of August 28th. Sign up for the R.T. Wolfe monthly newsletter and get a reminder in your email on the release date. The subscription link is located on the Home Page.

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