Steamed by Desiree Holt, Allie Standifer Page A

against him. “More than I’ve ever meant anything in my life.”
    She smiled at him, even as tears trickled down her cheeks. “That’s all I want, too, Grant.”
    He drew her head close to his. “Then I guess we’ve got a future to plan.”
    When he kissed her, she wondered if it was possible to be any happier than she was at that moment. Finally, she was going to get her happy ever after. Finally. With the man she least expected, but now couldn’t imagine another day without.
    Grant was everything she never knew she was looking for, but everything she needed.
    As their lips parted Kira whispered, “Here’s to a long, long future filled with surprises, love and lots of sex.”
    Grant pulled away to laugh, his bright eyes gleaming with happiness. “I love you, sugar, with every beat of my newly repaired heart.”
    “And I love you.” She pressed a quick kiss to his delicious lips then tugged him up.
    “Now, it’s my turn to play a little bondage.”
    Heat filled his blue eyes as they walked into the cabin. “Sugar, I thought you’d never ask.”
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    About the Authors
     
    Desiree Holt: I always wonder what readers really want to know when I write one of these things. Getting to this point in my career has been an interesting journey. I’ve managed rock and roll bands and organized concerts. Been the only female on the sports staff of a university newspaper. Immersed myself in Nashville peddling a country singer. Lived in five different states. Married two very interesting but totally different men.
    I think I must have lived in Texas in another life, because the minute I set foot on Texas soil I knew I was home. Living in Texas Hill Country gives me inspiration for more stories than I’ll probably ever be able to tell, what with all the sexy cowboys who surround me and the gorgeous scenery that provides a great setting.
    Each day is a new adventure for me, as my characters come to life on the pages of my current work in progress. I’m absolutely compulsive about it when I’m writing and thank all the gods and goddesses that I have such a terrific husband who encourages my writing and puts up with my obsession. As a multi-published author, I love to hear from my readers. Their input keeps my mind fresh and always hunting for new ideas.
     
    Allie Standifer has lived in various places around the world. The gift of travel enables her to create the rhythm and feel of far-off places and feed an overactive imagination. Her life has been one of constant adventure, including growing up in Saudi Arabia, where her brother tried to sell her to Bedouins (for what amounts to less than $1.50). It’s been nonstop; she loves every minute of it.
    Ideas, plots, characters and conversations keep her company inside her head and fuel her need to write. And no, they don’t tell her to start fires. :) Tired of everyday stories, Allie adds paranormal twists to her tales. They’re filled with past lives, chain-email-sending oracles, mythical creatures, magic, sexy gods, and heroines who know exactly what they want—and aren’t afraid to go get it.
    Free time is spent spoiling two nieces and two nephews, pumping them up on sugar and caffeine and buying very loud toys then sending them back to their parents.
    The perfect revenge for all the slights of being the youngest child. When not writing or contributing to the delinquency of minors, or trying to outsmart her psycho cat, she spends time with her wonderful and supportive family.
     
    Desiree and Allie welcome comments from readers. You can find their websites and email addresses on their author bio pages at www.ellorascave.com.
     
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