Aphrodite's Apples

Press Release: Aphrodite's Apples Closes

2008-02-13T07:48:00.001-05:00

Aphrodite's Apples is closing, effective February 13, 2008. It was a difficult decision to make on our part, but we feel it will be best for all parties involved. We are not having financial issues, and final royalties shall be calculated and paid out in a timely fashion. We appreciate all the time you've spent on this company, and consider it a privilege to have worked with our authors and readers. Thank you,

--Aphrodite's Apples Press

2008-02-12T07:52:00.001-05:00

Coming Valentine's Day ...

THE MARQUESS' MISTRESS
in REGENCY ROMP II
An Anthology at Aphrodite's Apples Press

Blurb:

The Marquess' mistress, Marie, is seeking a husband and his friend, Jacob, is needing a bride. On a sunny afternoon, the Marquess surprises them with a picnic beside a secluded stream...and let's nature take its course.

PLAYTOY FOR THE GODS
in MASQUERADE: COLLIER HOUSE
An Anthology at Aphrodite's Apples Press

Blurb:

It's not everyday a mortal guy gets to attend a masquerade ball with the Gods of Mt. Olympus. Milo Angelo is a pleasure slave or playtoy for the Gods.
However, before the stroke of midnight, he will have to choose which deity to serve...and pay the price for his decision.

Both are coming soon --stay tuned!

Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(

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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com

2008-02-07T07:18:00.001-05:00

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!

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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com

2008-02-04T09:08:00.000-05:00

Hey Everyone! Check out my February enewsletter at my blog to see what's new!

http://sabrinaluna.blogspot.com

Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(

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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com

2008-02-01T06:04:00.001-05:00

And The Wheel Turns ...

IMBOLC also known as: Candlemas, Imbolg, Imbolgc Brigantia, Lupercus, Disting

The earliest whisperings of Springtide are heard now as the Goddess nurtures Her Young Son. As a time of the year associated with beginning growth, Imbolc is an initiatory period for many. Here we plant the "seeds" of our hopes and dreams for the coming summer months. --Witchvox

Many Blessings To You On This Sacred Day!
Hugs,
Sabrina )O(

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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com

today is your last day .....

2008-01-15T11:27:00.000-05:00

To vote for your favorite Apple at the Critters Writers Workshop !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CrittersTM Workshop Preditors & Editors Best of 2007 Nominees :

Anthology published in 2007

Regency Romp Volume One by :
Kayleigh Jamison
Jennifer Mueller
Katrina Strauss
Nikki Watson
Emma Wildes

Author published in 2007

Jude Mason,
Katrina Strauss,
Kayleigh Jamison,
Sabrina Luna,
Dahlia Rose

Bookeditor of 2007

Helgaleena

eBook Publisher of 2007

Aphrodite's Apples Press

Novel published in 2007

Spiral, Nikki Watson

Mystery Novel published in 2007

A Corpse for Cozumel, Anastasia Amor

Romance Novel published in 2007

Fates Fulfilled: Book Three of the Eldritch Legacy, Katrina Strauss

Science Fiction Novel published in 2007

Azar, LA Taylor

Romance Short Story

Of Gods and One Woman, Dahlia Rose
Mile High To Heaven, Angela Guillaume

Horror Novel published in 2007

Blood of the Dark Moon, Adrianne Brennan

Please stop by the Critters Writers Workshop page and vote !!!!!

Voting ends today January 15th.

Why vote for my book for Best Horror 2007?

2008-01-10T08:45:00.001-05:00

1 - You're supporting a Pagan author writing about real Paganism

2 - Because you can't get too much of vampire erotica, and ways to make initiation and magick kinky.

3 - Ebooks don't kill trees! :D

4 - Smart smut rules!

5 - I'm the #1 seller at Aphrodite's Apples

6 - Who wouldn't love a book that quotes from The Book of the Law?

Here's where to vote for Blood of the Dark Moon:

http://www.critters.org/predpoll/novelh.shtml

-A

Come Vote for your favorite Apple !!!!!!!

2008-01-09T08:45:00.000-05:00

Both the Critters Writers Workshop & Love Romances Café have nominated Aphrodite's Apples and several members of our family in their Best of 2007 Honors.

Please vote and support your favorites.

Critters Writers Workshop Voting ends January 15th.

Love Romances Café Voting ends January 20th and you do have to member to vote.

For a list of Apples nominated please check out our Myspace Blog, our Blogspot or our LiveJournal

We have been honored again...

2008-01-04T20:56:00.000-05:00

this time by the Critters Writers Workshop !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CrittersTM Workshop Preditors & Editors Best of 2007 Nominees :

Anthology published in 2007

Regency Romp Volume One by :
Kayleigh Jamison
Jennifer Mueller
Katrina Strauss
Nikki Watson
Emma Wildes

Author published in 2007

Jude Mason,
Katrina Strauss,
Kayleigh Jamison,
Sabrina Luna,
Dahlia Rose

Bookeditor of 2007

Helgaleena

eBook Publisher of 2007

Aphrodite's Apples Press

Novel published in 2007

Spiral, Nikki Watson

Mystery Novel published in 2007

A Corpse for Cozumel, Anastasia Amor

Romance Novel published in 2007

Fates Fulfilled: Book Three of the Eldritch Legacy, Katrina Strauss

Science Fiction Novel published in 2007

Azar, LA Taylor

Romance Short Story

Of Gods and One Woman, Dahlia Rose
Mile High To Heaven, Angela Guillaume

Romance Horror published in 2007

Blood of the Dark Moon, Adrianne Brennan

Please stop by the Critters Writers Workshop page and vote !!!!! Voting ends January 15th.

Michelle Houston's January News

2008-01-02T11:40:00.000-05:00

Finally I managed to find some time to put together a new newsletter. : ) It's in the file section of my yahoogroup, under newsletters, at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/michellehouston/

I included a bit about my 2008 goals, so I hope that you check it out. : )

Michelle Houston
www.michellehouston.com

Happy New Year!

2008-01-01T11:20:00.000-05:00

Sabrina Luna Author News for January is now posted at my blogspot:

http://sabrinaluna.blogspot.com

Please feel free to check it out!
Many Thx & Hugs,
Sabrina )O(

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~*Follow Your Heart*~Feel The Magick!*~
Sabrina Luna
Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com

Good Bye 2007

2007-12-31T06:40:00.000-05:00

Its that time of year again.... New Years resolutions... gatherings with friends... voting for your favorite Apple!!!!!

Love Romances Café have announced their nominee for their Best of 2007 and some of your favorites are on this list.

Congratulations to :

LR Cafe's Best of 2007 Nominees: BEST ANTHOLOGY

Spellbound: Tales of Mischief and Mayhem By
HS Kinn,
Katrina Strauss,
Candice Gilmer,
Sabrina Luna,
Ivana Peters.

LR Cafe's Best of 2007-PARANORMAL CATEGORY

Of Gods and One Woman by Dahlia Rose

LR Cafe's Best of 2007 Nominees: BEST PARANORMAL AUTHOR

Dahlia Rose
Crymsyn Hart

LR Cafe's Best of 2007 Nominees: BEST COVER

Treasures Antique Store: Book One The Photograph by Regan Taylor (Artist: Ang)

LR Cafe's Best of 2007 Nominees: BEST PUBLISHER

Aphrodite’s Apples

The polls open on January 1st and close on the 20th. Be aware that you MUST be a member of the yahoo group, Love Romances Café, in order to vote. They will be announcing the winners on January 21st –so mark your calendars & place your votes!

2007-12-24T07:15:00.001-05:00

HAVE A ~*MAGICKAL*~ CHRISTMAS, EVERYONE!

MAY ALL YOUR DREAMS & WISHES COME TRUE!

Hugs,
Sabrina )O(

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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com

Just wanted to wish everyone a very....

2007-12-23T22:29:00.000-05:00

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Yolanda Sfetsos

Now available from Aphrodite's Apples:
HellBlaze, Masquerade, Volume 3, The Basement, Beyond HellBlaze and Hell of a X-Mas.

I am.

2007-12-22T11:15:00.001-05:00

In this age of frantic connectivity, we live in a small world, yet fragmented nonetheless. In the technological sense, we are networked up to our eyeballs, yet within ourselves we often trudge on in isolation…dealing with our little hurts, challenges and concerns. We share things but only in part—wishing to keep a share of our innermost thoughts hidden away, for privacy cannot be completely relinquished, even with our loved ones.

Why so philosophical, you may ask? As some of you know, I am presently spending the holidays visiting with my family in Europe (the Mediterranean island of Malta, to be precise). My regular blogs have somewhat taken the back seat but I wanted to assure everyone that I’m still very much alive :-D. Last week, in fact, I had a birthday. Yet another day to remind me of the fast passage of time and perhaps for this reason, I wanted to spend my morning touring the Hypogeum - an underground architectural wonder—a necropolis—sculpted by a lost civilization into the limestone rock some four and a half millennia ago. I needed proof that identity can survive the ravages of time, that in some ways, when we create, we can live on through our work.

The place is a burial site, an area where the prehistoric people could lay to rest their dead and honor them. The Sleeping Lady (pictured to the right as lying in a sort of emulation of peaceful death or trance) was placed as a central figure amongst the slew of decomposing bodies. The latter would be all thrown in one mountainous heap, yet still wearing or holding their individual treasures as if their family wanted to retain their identity even in death. I could clearly imagine a burial ceremony taking place as I walked down the stone steps to the lower levels of the site and stood looking at one of the most impressive rooms: the Holy of Holies (picture above). The circular patterns painted in the now faded red ochre on the walls of some chambers seem to be an ode to the continuity of life and the vivid life blood that courses through our veins.

The civilization that built this magnificent sanctuary is no more. They disappeared into the night, never to be heard or seen again on our islands. Nobody knows what happened to these people. From what I learned, however, they were a community of peaceful farmers who revered nature and respected it. They were close and worked together to create the Hypogeum, their life goal which took several generations to complete. In a sense, these people were “networked”, living as one, thinking as one. They knew their limitations and respected the environment they lived in. Like many of us, they believed that death would bring on some sort of journey into a utopian afterlife.

I like to think of this civilization as a people who sought their identity and found their dream place on this little island, at least for a time. They had no computers, no technology. They built their magnificent temples and sanctuaries using stone and antler, bull and goat horns. In this sense, they were as one, striving for a common goal. They did not need the Internet to feel grounded, connected.

Today, the Internet is considered—and is—a wonderful thing. But has it truly “linked” us? I do not mean in the business or superficial sense, but in the true, individual relationship sense. Also—has it helped us remain grounded in who we are (the “id”, not the “ego”) or has our sense of self become scattered and as disjointed as the world around us?

As I stood in the semi-darkness of the muted artificial lighting, I thought about me—the “I”, the “id”. I thought about what I was and who I have become. I thought about what I wanted to accomplish and who I wanted to be. I realized that I am many things, a complicated, shifting puzzle constructed from the experience of 37 years. The pieces of this puzzle keep increasing and the shapes are continuously evolving. Yet I remain me—myself, swimming in this murky ocean along with everyone else. I could get lost in this great big world, yet I have always insisted on remaining firmly grounded to my roots. My love of my native country has not wavered over the years I’ve been away, but I have in my heart a place for many loves—my husband, my family, my childhood home, my chosen home. Professionally and in many other ways, I strayed for a time, in search of an identity outside of myself, trying the “other” thing, fooling myself that what was given to me to build and cherish was not sufficient. I did not “honor” myself, as the old civilization I wrote about here did.

I now know better. As a child, I dreamt of being a writer, I grew up wanting to be a writer…when I became a lawyer I wondered what it would feel like to be a writer. Now I am truly and simply, a writer. I have a voice, and I have an identity, both as an artist and person. My loves and my “id” transcend time and geography. I treasure the “id” of awareness, of individuality—the part of me that tells me that I matter in my own microcosm and that I have a place in the macrocosm surrounding it. I am not more important. I, like you, am simply important.

Yet life is fleeting and many may feel it’s quite worthless. There are moments when doubt hits me. So I make it a point to remind myself, when I ever am in the doldrums: I am of Malta. I am of America. But most importantly, I am.

~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/angelaguillaume
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
Blog: http://angelaguillaume.blogspot.com
"Mile High to Heaven"--Xtra hot!!!--Contemporary short. Download @ Aphrodite's Apples.
To read more about it, visit: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=11
"Mr. & Mrs. Foster"--A toasty warm holiday tale--just released!!! More info at: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=37

2007-12-21T21:11:00.001-05:00

Happiest Holiday Wishes, Everyone!
Hugs & Thx,
Sabrina )O(

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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com

Enchanted Reviews !!!!

2007-12-19T02:25:00.000-05:00

We are being featured as Publisher of the Month at Enchanted Reviews !!!!!!

Come join us & chat up with authors :

Anastasia Amor

Adrianne Brennan

Crymsyn Hart

Kimberley O'Bryan

This Thursday Night December 20th at 8pm CST

Do you like a little horror with your festive season?

2007-12-17T19:09:00.000-05:00

If you do, HELL OF A X-MAS is now available from Aphrodite's Apples! Yay. :D

Jess always leaves her Christmas shopping until the last minute. This Christmas Eve, she gets more than she bargained for when she walks into a large shopping center filled with dead shoppers. And the corpses are rising.

When she finds a handful of survivors hiding out in the cinema complex, it becomes a race against the clock. Together, they need to venture outside and find somewhere safe.

Trying to stay alive, with corpses at every turn is hard enough. An instant, deep attraction towards a survivor called Larry, will only complicates things further…

This isn't your average Christmas tale. It's got a little of everything. Just mix zombies, demonic beings, a post-Apocalyptic situation, a sprinkle of romance, a little spooky, and some gore. And we have HOAX. ;)

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Yolanda Sfetsos

Now available from Aphrodite's Apples:
HellBlaze, Masquerade, Volume 3, The Basement, Beyond HellBlaze and Hell of a X-Mas.

2007-12-15T08:21:00.001-05:00

SABRINA LUNA'S HOLIDAY CHAT!

You're invited to a Fun, Festive Chat on Wednesday, December 19th over at my *hot pink* chat room beginning at 9 PM EST!

CLICK HERE To Enter The Chat Room!

Feeling "Bah-Humbugged"??? Drop on by for Holiday Cheer with Authors, Friends and just plain ol' Fun Folks!

Hope to see y'all there --
Hugs & Thx,
Sabrina )O(

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Spicy Romance with a Touch of Magick
http://www.sabrinaluna.com

Tonights ER chat rescheduled

2007-12-13T16:45:00.000-05:00

The chat that was to be hosted by Enchanted Reviews has been rescheduled. Tune in over the weekend when we update the new chat date.

Thanks

Rhiannon

Sabrina Luna Author News - December 2007

2007-12-02T22:03:00.000-05:00

Now posted over at my blogspot at:

http://sabrinaluna.blogspot.com

Thx & Happiest Holiday Wishes,
Sabrina )O(

#3 on the A.A. bestseller list...

2007-12-02T12:13:00.000-05:00

Dear friends,

During the month of November I was promoting my book which Aphrodite's Apples was offering at a 10% discount. Thanks to your enthusiastic response, I have just discovered that "Mile High to Heaven" has risen to the #3 position on the bestseller list...something which I consider a great achievement especially considering that this is my debut novel.

I'm stunned and elated! I cannot adequately express my gratitude for your loyal readership; and I look forward to giving you many more stories from which you can draw positive emotions and inspiration.

So the purpose of this message is simply to say...THANK YOU!

And for those of you who haven't...please join my Yahoo Group for news and updates on my writing adventures (link below) :-)

Warm Regards,

~ Angela
PS - Presently, "Mile High to Heaven" is available for download at the price of $2.99

~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/angelaguillaume
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
Blog: http://angelaguillaume.blogspot.com
"Mile High to Heaven"--Xtra hot!!!--Contemporary short available now @ Aphrodite's Apples.
To read more about it, visit: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=11

Keep warm... come chat with us this month !

2007-12-02T08:19:00.000-05:00

Come warm up with the steamy Aphrodites Apples !!!! Chat with us live on these dates ....

Monday 3rd - 9 PM EST - The Romance Studio - www.theromancestudio.com

Tuesday 11th - All Day Loop Chat - Loves Romances Cafe Yahoo Group

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LoveRomancesCafe/

Thursday - 9 PM EST - Fallen Angel Reviews - http://www.fallenangelreviews.com/home.shtm

New review in - I'm positively smug!

2007-11-30T07:39:00.000-05:00

Wow! BrandyWine from Enchanting Reviews was so kind as to read my book and give me this smashing review. Now I know one of the reasons why I love writing so much! If all my readers would feel this way when they finish reading my books, I'll officially become the happiest woman alive :-D

"Olivia Marsden, thirty-two, on the way to her sisters wedding.
Slightly overweight by modern standards, almost Amazon like, yet warm and loving, and needing a man who would see the real woman inside.

Cole Evans, her sister’s soon-to-be brother in law, obsessed since the engagement party, now has his chance to make Olivia his and his only. He is quietly domineering and never overbearing and needs a woman like her to complete him.

At a bed and breakfast in Atlanta, GA, a day before the wedding, Cole proves to Olivia that she is his, and his only. Will these two continue this unexpected yet steamy path to love, or will Olivia’s sister, Fi, ruin everything?

Mile High to Heaven is a quick peak into the lives of those who do not feel perfect yet truly are. It shows that given the right amount of attention and love, anyone can and will shine. I was thoroughly captivated and unfortunately depressed when the ending came. I wanted so much more from Angela Guillame and her book Mile High To Heaven."

Rating - 4 Enchantments

Note: Enchanting Reviews are in the process of redoing their website so this review is not up yet. However, I've been given express permission by the owners to post it here.

Thank you, BrandyWine! I'm feeling smug indeed...

I also wish to jot down a reminder that today will be the last chance to get a copy of "Mile High to Heaven" at a 10% discount. You can find and download it at the Aphrodite's Apples site. There are more fantastic reviews posted on the publisher site!

~ Angela

~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/angelaguillaume
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
Blog: http://angelaguillaume.blogspot.com
"Mile High to Heaven"--Xtra hot!!!--Contemporary short available now @ Aphrodite's Apples.
To read more about it, visit: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=11

ONE DAY LEFT!

2007-11-29T10:24:00.000-05:00

Hello everyone :-)

Just wanted to let everyone know that this is the last day…

Yes - only ONE day left to purchase "Mile High to Heaven at 10% off, so if you haven't done so already, hurry up and get yourself a copy!

To celebrate the launching of their new and improved website, Aphrodite's Apples are offering all their titles at a 10% discount during the month of November.

To download your copy of "Mile High to Heaven", go here.

And while you're there, make sure to check out the cool reviews that readers are posting about this hot tale.

So don't let yourself freeze with cold this winter - light your inner fire with a good, blazing, sensual read. My hero and heroine, Cole and Olivia, are waiting for you.

Warmest wishes,

~ Angela

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~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/angelaguillaume
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
Blog: http://angelaguillaume.blogspot.com
"Mile High to Heaven"--Xtra hot!!!--Contemporary short available now @ Aphrodite's Apples.
To read more about it, visit: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=11