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Tuesday, January 31, 2006
Lords of the Var 5 The Pirate Prince NEW COVER!



“A woman has the potential to be the ruination of men and kingdoms. Only question is, my son, will you let one ruin you?”
-King Attor of the Var

The Pirate…

The Var Princes were raised by a hard man who put no stock in love—especially love with one woman. Bred to never take a life mate, these men will do everything in their power to live up to the dead King Attor’s expectations and never fall in love.
Prince Jarek has no official title in space. Known simply as Captain to a misfit crew, he sails the high sky doing what he pleases. That is until one of his men is kidnapped by intergalactic drug dealers. Now he’s on a mission to save his wayward friend. But instead of a crew man, he rescues a woman desperately trying to be free of her master. Or so he thought…

The Princess…

Princess Zhang Mei has just been told her future by a seer. It seems fate has given her in marriage to Prince Song Lok—future ruler of the only other dynasty on her home planet of Líntiān. She will do her duty to her family, but first she wants something for herself. And when the pirates come to steal, she knows exactly what she wants that something to be—her.


COMING SOON
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Monday, January 30, 2006
Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed

Some reviews for Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed

Excerpt and Buy Link:

http://www.samhainpublishing.com/kingoftheunblessed.shtml

"5 TATTOOS! In Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed, Ms. Pillow has crafted an emotionally gripping story of love and
desire, deception and betrayal, all set against the backdrop of a war between good, evil and all that lies between.
Imagery, plot and characterization drive any story. Often you will find a novel where one or possibly two of these are
well done. Rare indeed is the book that does all three so brilliantly. From page one I was spellbound by the vivid
imagery, engaging plot and believable characters. You are transported immediately into the two worlds; the mundane
land of Bellemare, Julianas earthly home, and the Realm Immortal, home of the Blessed, Unblessed and Damned
alike. Ms. Pillows rich words and sumptuous phrases bring both to life with a startling clarity.

Most novels in this genre draw on the never ending conflict of good and evil, but here, a third player has been thrown
into the mix. Neither good, nor evil, the Unblessed represent those things in life that are necessary if not necessarily
wanted. It adds a depth to a story that, again, pulls you in and holds you from the first page to the last.

There are a number of major characters in this story. Enough so that in the hands of a less skilled author, the
characters and plots would become hopelessly muddled. Here the author deftly weaves the characters and plots into
a beautiful tapestry.

While Juliana and Merricks relationship is the main focus of the book, several other characters have their chance to
play in the sun. The result is love scenes that rate from sensual to lusty to a slight hint of kink; all of them sizzling.

I can only hope Ms. Pillow will take pity on us mortals and gift us with further adventures in the
Realm Immortal."

Aislinn James, Erotic Escapades, Jan 2006,
http://www.erotic-escapades.com/KingofUnblessed.html

5 Magical Wands

"5 Wands! Merrick, King of the Unblessed, is haunted by the mortal woman Juliana, who seeks adventure in her life. When Merrick decides to snatch her away to his enchanted realm, he sets in motion events that will bring together the worlds of mortal and immortal and that end with an epic battle of good and evil as Merrick clashes with his brother Ean, King of the Blessed, and the demon Lucien, King of the Damned.

This is a gripping tale of fantasy, romance, intrigue and humour, boasting a fabulous, unforgettable cast of characters both human and fairy. Magical creatures, wizards, possessions, divinations it's all here. If you like Terry Brooks, then you'll love this!" Autiotalo, Enchanted Ramblings, Jan 2006

"4 BLUE RIBBONS! REALM IMMORTAL is not your ordinary tale of romance and adventure. This story definitely has a dark side that will intrigue readers and keep them turning the pages. ...Michelle M. Pillow knows how to create a story that leaves readers breathless and wanting more." Angie Brewer, Romance Junkies, Jan 2006

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Saturday, January 28, 2006
Ode to Spike. Obviously, I had nothing better to do today

Was browsing profiles and came across this quiz. Yep, I am a Spike fan. I love the character. Bad, tormented, tries to be good, bets kittens. I was sad when the series went off the air. I actually bought the entire box set. Why Spike? I'm a sucker for the tomented character. It's the same reason I love Cole Turner in Charmed. They are the guys the writers mess with. You're good, you're bad, you're good, you're bad, you're evil, you're crazy. Why else Spike? Have you heard him talk? From William the Bloody, who you just want to scoop up and take home, to evil bad boy Spike who you'd probably be better off casting a protection spell against to keep out.

Oh, and it' helps that James M is a hell of a talented actor who really made that part his own.





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Tuesday, January 24, 2006
I'm Top 5 Romance Bestsellers!

http://www.newconceptspublishing.com/michellempillow.htm

To read more!

Best Selling Authors: Recent

1. Michelle M. Pillow

Best Selling in Romance

1

The Savage King [Lords of the Var Book 1] [MultiFormat]

by Michelle M. Pillow

2

The Warrior Prince [Dragon Lords Book 4] [MultiFormat]

by Michelle M. Pillow

3

The Perfect Prince [Dragon Lords Book 2] [MultiFormat]

by Michelle M. Pillow

4

The Dark Prince [Dragon Lords Book 3] [MultiFormat]

by Michelle M. Pillow

5

The Barbarian Prince [Dragon Lords Book 1] [MultiFormat]

by Michelle M. Pillow

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Boredom Cures




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Saturday, January 21, 2006
Lord Winston and Lady Annabelle






Presenting
Lord Winston and Lady Annabelle...


Yeah, we really named them that, lol. Here's pictures of Winston to the left and Annabelle and Winston to the right. They're both full blooded English Bulldogs . Lady Anna rules the house, as any good woman should ;) and Winston is the perfect man. He likes to cuddle!
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Dream Big - Where I've been, Where I'm going - Feel free to help :)
Sitting around this morning, thinking of all the things I've done, I started wondering what is next. I've been promoted in almost every job I've had--from head baker to head wait staff to Banquet Coordinator--singlehandedly directing and planning banquets of 300 people. I actually liked that one. It's when they made me Asst Mgr without a Mgr that things got to be too much. I was in charge of a full service restaurant--floor and 6 banquet rooms. That was at the age of 20. Then I opened my own business. It's still flourishing and highly successful. If I'm not home writing, I'm usually hanging out there with the artists. Then, at 26, I was a published author. So I wonder, what's next. And where the heck have I found all the time?

Some other things I've done so far...

Published in Magazine - Cover story, Lady Jaided, Dec 2005

Interviewed in Magazine - Cover story - RT Bookclub, Feb 2006

Coordinated and held 2 Continuing Education Seminar for Tattoo Artists and Body Piercers so they could be relicensed in our state

Interviewed 2x on the News

Photographed 3 weddings and gearing up to do 4th

Published in the Zine, Broken Sparrow

Executive Board Member of the PTO - 2 yrs

Had one photograph published - but it was small time

Graduated top of my class at... Cosmetology School (yeah, I'm still laughing at this one)

Jumped in the car and went on a 3000 mile road trip around the USA

Have degree in Photography

Met a celebrity - LOL, Ron Jeremy at our shop, Nice Guy, Signed our copy of Boondock Saints

Made and sold Herbal lotions

Just signed my 42nd book contract (Bit by the Bug, Virgin Publishing, Print Dec 2006) My first was published 2 years ago April

Won some writing awards

Helped revamp a 1950 Chevy Fastback Sedan, which won an award at a car show

On the Fictionwise 2005 Bestselling ebook list with 4 titles (I'm thrilled, there are some big names up there with me)

Got married, stayed married - hey, this is a big one. I still adore my husband and we've been together nearly 10 years, love him to death. He really is my best friend and my personal 'knight in colorful armor'. (I'll write an ode to him later)

Not all of these may seem big to you, but it's what I've done. It's my life and I'm not even 30. In fact, I'm 28. People tell me I'm accomplished, and there are plenty things that I'm not sharing that I've done, but I just feel like normal, everyday me. A lot of times I just am 'some girl with a computer'

So, with what I've done, I have to wonder what else I want to do with life. If you couldn't tell, I'm a list person. They help keep me focused. There are many things, but here are a few...

Create a brilliant piece of art

Be involved in a big time photo shoot, even if it's only assisting the head photographer, as I know I'm not ready to take over one on my own


Make an amateur movie


Have an art show in a gallery


See my photograph in a major publication


Design coverart for one of my books


Learn Poser and other graphic arts programs, and create something worth looking at with it

Travel to every country in the world

Scuba Dive and take photographs underwater


Write or contribute to a Non Fiction book


Make a difference on a global level


Have picture published in National Geographic

Launch my own Tshirt line - I have the ideas, just need the venue

Publish a calendar and postcards

Own Internet business

Take up some sort of Martial Arts

I'm sure there are many more, but that's all I can think about right now. Unless it's by accident, I know I'm not going to cure anything, become a politician, or win Miss America/Mr Universe. Um, it would have to be a huge accident to make me win Mr. U.

If you have anything you'd really like to do, please feel free to post... Or, LOL, if you have the connections to help me realize one of my dreams, please email me. (not that I expect anyone will, but hey, never hurt to ask)



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Friday, January 20, 2006
My first Mag Article


I'm very excited to share that I was the front page article of Dec 2005 Lady Jaided Magazine. I just got my print copy in the mail (hey, I moved and they were kind enough to send it to me late).


Anyway, see that right there on the cover?

Yep, that's me, TATTOO U. :) It was a wonderfully laid out 7 page article. And I also had a full page color ad in there for Red Light Specialists, a book I wrote with Mandy Roth.
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Michelle's Valentine Contest

NEW CONTEST!
In honor of Valentines Day and All my Up and Coming Releases, I've decided to have a contest. So, here goes.
To enter:
Email: michelle_pillow @ yahoo.com
Subject: Valentines Contest
Answers provided at www.michellepillow.com

1.
What four publishers are Michelle contracted with?
Name one book from each publisher
2.
What story/series would you like to see next or more of?
3.
What is your favorite genre?
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Wednesday, January 18, 2006
Rx Chocloate
I am in search of the perfect recipe. Basically, Coffee Brownies. Why not take the two things I love the most and put the together? I found this, compliment of the Millstone website.

Quick Coffee Fudge
A quick and easy recipe that tastes as good as Grandma's.
Ingredients1 pound confectioners' sugar1/2 cup cocoa1/4 tsp. salt6 tbsp. butter, cut into six pieces1/4 cup strong, brewed Millstone® Coffee (use 1 1/2 tbsp. per serving)2 tsp. vanilla1 cup chopped pecans

InstructionsStir together sugar, cocoa and salt in a heavy saucepan. Add butter and coffee. Heat over low flame, stirring until butter is melted and mixture is smooth. Stir in vanilla and nuts. Spread into a buttered 8" x 8" pan. Chill until set and cut into small squares.Makes 36 pieces


But, it's fudge, not brownies. It's not the same. I want to hear what you think is the perfect recipe as I continue my quest for my brownie Rx.
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Monday, January 16, 2006
Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed ~ Just Released!

JUST RELEASED!

Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed
By Michelle M Pillow


Immortality has a way of changing fate. Merrick, dark elfin King of Valdis, had once been heir to all that was good - happiness and pleasure his domain. Now, trapped as the ruler of mischief, king of necessary evil, he stands on a precipice of choice. On one side, his estranged brother, now ruler of what should have been Merrick's and, on the other, King Lucien of the Damned. Both would sway him. Damnation is winning.

Lady Juliana of Bellemare is from a human family, protected by the blessed, coveted by the damned. Betrothed to an old friend of her father's, Juliana is resigned to living out her days close to her childhood home, longing for an adventure, never dreaming
she’d get what she wished for. When her fiancé is murdered and the children of Bellemare are stolen, Juliana is sent on a quest in a strange realm where appearances are deceiving.

Merrick brings more adventure and passion than any woman could want. Can she withstand the temptations of the unblessed king? The spell she weaves over him is more than he can resist and, desperate to be the one to rule her, Merrick offers her a choice; either come with him until he tires of her...or die.

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What Critics are saying:

" REALM IMMORTAL is not your ordinary tale of romance and adventure. This story definitely has a dark side that will intrigue readers and keep them turning the pages... Michelle M. Pillow knows how to create a story that leaves readers breathless and wanting more." ~ Angel, Romance Junkies
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EXCERPT:

“You tricked me into giving my word. You manipulated me, Merrick.”

Merrick sighed, looking at Juliana’s back. She lay on his bed. The room was his, but he’d been letting her sleep there. Now that she had pledged her body, he would not be staying away. He’d been up most of the night with Lord Kalen and his men. After the guests had left, they sat around talking, strategizing. The bonfire was abandoned. It was just a simple warning that Ean’s men had been there.

“You look uncomfortable.” Merrick motioned his hand, giving her a nightdress. Her gown changed to a loose-fitting silk chemise with sheer sleeves. She’d already taken off the jewels and he saw them on the table next to her toiletries.

She tensed, pushing up from the bed. “I’m tired of you doing that. I want to dress myself. I want to pick my own clothes. I’m tired of looking like a…” Juliana’s mouth worked as if she tripped over the words. “Like a woman of low morals.”

“I dress you in the materials of an elfin queen,” Merrick stated. As he lay down, his clothing disappeared, leaving him naked. His crown faded into nothingness. He rested on his back, folding his hands behind his head. “Whores have no need of clothing.”

Juliana’s mouth worked, as she eyed his naked body. He winked at her, smiling. Fighting the urge to laugh, she asked, “Are you…saying you’re a…?”

“Man of low morals?” he prompted. “Most definitely. It comes with the crown.”

Juliana giggled, covering her mouth. She hit him lightly on the arm. “I’m angry with you. Stop making me laugh.”

“What is it I have done now?” Merrick sighed. Would she never be pleased?

“That old woman tonight, the one with the missing eye. She said that you kidnapped me to start a war.”

He said nothing.

“So it is true?” she said.

Merrick reached for her. She was always so quick to think the worst in him. But could he blame her? Everyone expected the worst out of him. He’d long ago stopped explaining himself, knowing it would do no good. For some reason, even as he resolved to let her think what she would of him, he found himself saying, “A war has started because I’ve taken you. I did not take you to start a war.”

“Then why did you take me?” She moved closer to him. Her hair spilled over her shoulders in a messy array of curls. She’d taken it down on her own, but he found he liked the messy imperfection and did not change it.

“Kiss me,” he said instead of answering. He expected her to refuse, but she didn’t. Crawling over to him, she lightly brushed her lips onto his, making a soft noise as they touched.

“I shouldn’t want you,” she said. “I don’t want to want you.”

“I know.”

“You killed my intended.” Juliana didn’t open her eyes. Her hair spilled along his face. “You’ve tricked me and manipulated me.”

“Don’t look to the past. It will never bring you peace.” Merrick closed his eyes. His body was aroused, but that was nothing new. He was always aroused by her. Her smell surrounded him, so sweet, so soft. She was so beautiful, the one thing he enjoyed looking at in his world of goblins and trolls. “Touch me, Juliana. I want you to make love to me.”

Merrick wanted her to get used to him, wanted her to touch him when she had the urge to do so, to not hold back. Juliana feared her feelings for him. Humans were strange creatures when it came to passion. They treated it like a curse. How could something that felt so wonderful, so completing, be a curse?


Michelle M Pillow
www.michellepillow.com
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Worthy Causes
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Ten Chances to Win EBOOK READER!!!
The year 2006 marks NCP's tenth year in business. To celebrate with our readers, we are giving away one Ebookwise Reader each month from January to October 2006. That's ten chances to win one of these fabulous e-book readers. To win, you need only be a member of our newsletter or our yahoo reader group.

Don't forget to join our reader group this week. On Friday, January 20th, we're having a sneak peek bonanza!
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Saturday, January 14, 2006
2006 Year in Preview, Michelle Pillow
Oh, I am so late copying Mandy on this, lol, but with all the email I've been getting, I thought I should finally poke my head out and tell ya all what I'm up to these days, or more precisely, this year.

2006 has already been a busy year for me. I finished moving an am in a new home. Well, new to me, it's an older home, but I love it! We have a greenhouse and a small garden. Do I grow things? Well, not yet, lol. But I'm going to do my darnedest to oversee my husband doing it next summer, lol.


AWARDS
For those of you who missed it, Dragon Lords have rocked the house over at Fictionwise. All four of my guys are on the bestselling ebooks of 2005 list. Not just romance, ALL EBOOKS! I'm so thrilled and honored by this.

I’m on there with Dan Brown (Da Vinci Code), George Lucas, Micheal Crichton, LKH, Douglas Adams (Hitchhikers guide)...

12. The Warrior Prince [Dragon Lords Book 4] by Michelle M. Pillow
16. The Barbarian Prince [Dragon Lords Book 1] by Michelle M. Pillow
17. The Perfect Prince [Dragon Lords Book 2] by Michelle M. Pillow
18. The Dark Prince [Dragon Lords Book 3] by Michelle M. Pillow

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Please take a moment to Vote for Me! Thanks!
Vote 1: TRS Feature of 2005
Vote 2: TRS Blue Feature of 2005
(voting on the lower left column of screen on each page)
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For book releases, I'll start with what is contracted, for sure, coming out this year.


New Concepts Publishing
http://www.newconceptspublishing.com/michellempillow.htm


THE PIRATE PRINCE, Feb 2006 - EBOOK
The Lords of the Var series finishes up with the last prince, Jarek. This is book 5 of the series, and the last far, but don't cry yet. More is still to come! There are more stories to be told and the series will live on. The next installments will actually be two spin-offs-- Space Lords, dealing with Rick, Evan, Dev, Lucien, Viktor, Jackson and Lochlann as they continue their adventures in space. I've been getting tons of Rick fan mail and have to say, that pain in the backside had quite a devoted following. And the second spin off is...


ZHANG DYNASTY: SEDUCTION OF THE PHOENIX, March 2006 - EBOOK AND PRINT!
AS SEEN IN THE FEB 2006 RT!
A prince raised in honor and tradition, a woman raised with nothing at all. She wants to steal their most sacred treasure. He’ll do anything to protect it, even if it means marrying a thief.

That's right. Also a spin off of the Lords of the Var/Dragon Lord series, Zhang Dynasty is the first book in NCP's new Harmony Line. A multi-cultural line...well, ncp says it best:

"Harmony™ line is all about romance and the harmonious blending of races and cultures. These are MULTI-RACIAL romances, not simply interracial romances, and race issues should NOT hang over the storyline like a dark thundercloud. Harmony will bring color and intriguing cultures together so that readers of many backgrounds and races will have characters to fall in love with and identify with....regardless of race, creed, color, or religious background, women are women, the world over, all searching for that special someone to love who will give them love and passion in return." - From NCP Website

I loved writing this first book and have only the utmost respect for the Asian cultures it is based off of. I can't think NCP enough for forging the way with this unique imprint line!

Also very exciting for me was that my first National Magazine quote was about this line. Check me out, Page 15, Romantic Times Book club, Feb 2006 Issue! Seduction of the Phoenix cover is on the inside cover, right next to my buddy, Mandy Roth who is releasing Warriors of Darkness in the same line!

LORDS OF THE ABYSS, April 2006, Paranormal Romance, EBOOK
This is NOT part of the futuristic series, but rather another series start. Instead of space, here we explore the world of the abyss. The deep ocean where no humans can yet travel! Oh, and did I mention this one is super sexy ;)

Emerald Knight, May 2006 PRINT
Since birth Lady Ginevra has been betrothed to Lord Wolfram, second son to the Count of Whetshire. There was never any question as to whom she would marry or who she would be. Life has been mapped out for her and she's going to live happily ever after as a Countess. However, there is one complication to her plans. Her rogue of a future husband isn’t taking to their life together with open arms. In fact, he seems to enjoy finding reasons to put the nuptials off.

Dragon Lords 3: The Dark Prince, January 2006, PRINT
Book 3, Futuristic Paranormal Romance series ~ Print ISBN 1-58608-731-2

Dragon Lords 4: The Warrior Prince, March 2006, PRINT
Book 4, Futuristic Paranormal Romance series ~ PRINT ISBN 1-58608-732-0

Ghost Cats 2, May 2006, PRINT
My story in this one is Carnal Instinct. Also has authors Jaycee Clark and Mandy M Roth

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Samhain Publishing
http://www.samhainpublishing.com/kingoftheunblessed.shtml


REALM IMMORTAL: KING OF THE UNBLESSED, Jan 17, 2006, EBOOK
I have to admit that I love this book and hope to make it a series. So if you love it, shout it out so the book does well. Samhain is a new publishing company that is already making a great name for themselves. I've enjoyed working there and hope to write a few more stories for them this year.

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Ellora's Cave Publishing
http://www.ellorascave.com/AuthorsBooks.asp?AuthorCode=MP


Stop Dragon My Heart Around Antho- with Mandy Roth, Feb 22, 2006, EBOOK
These sexy tales are all about super sexy dragon shifters. My story is called Romancing the Recluse.

Here's a blurb:
Viktor Dracodomus's biological clock is ticking. As a dragon shifter, he only has a short time left to find his mate and reproduce or he'll be forever sterile. Considering he's lived for centuries, it shouldn't be too hard. But there’s one catch. This recluse hasn't been on a date for some time--like since Queen Victoria took the throne. Modern women are nothing like those he remembers dealing with.
Samantha Egan’s life is in a slump, despite the fact she’s an heiress. She was just fired from a volunteer job, her boyfriend left her and she’s all alone in the world. But being the lady of propriety she is, she can’t believe it when she is compelled to start making out with a stranger in the middle of Central Park. Now the sexy man won’t keep his hands to himself and it’s all she can do to say no.

Maiden and the Monster - June 2006. PRINT
"5 Angels! Maiden and the Monster is one of the best medieval romances I have ever read."
- FAR

ANTHOLOGY TITLE TO BE DETERMINED, PRINT, Beginning 2006
Scorched Destiny is my story in this one!

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Virgin Publishing
http://www.michellepillow.com/virgin_pub.htm


Opposites Attract, Jan 2006, PRINT
PRINT ISBN: 0352340118
Alexis Grant has everything she’s ever wanted—fashionable clothes, social standing, a New York penthouse apartment, and a mother who pays for it all. That’s until her mother is arrested for embezzlement and the government seizes everything. Now, jobless, homeless and moneyless she has only one choice—to work her way cross country with a complete stranger. Tattoo Artist Ethan James is everything she’s never wanted in a man, but he might just turn out to be everything she needs.

***BREAKING NEWS***
Bit by the Bug, Dec 2006, PRINT

This new CHEEK full length title was just contracted as of yesterday! I'm very excited to be working with Virgin again and will keep you all posted on what's happening with this one!


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2006 Writing Plans. Here is just a few of the books I do have plans for writing for my various publishers, not counting what's listed above. :)

O'Connell Brothers: Call of the Sea
If all goes as planned, this will come out July 2006 from EC as part of their zodiac series, Planetary Passions. I also plan on writing books 2 and 3 of the O'Connell series, tentatively scheduled to come out Sept and Nov of this year.

Red Light Specialists 2 and Pleasure Cruise 2
Mandy and I hear ya! RLS 2 is about at the half way point. We do have plans to work on it, but other works are calling our names first. Never fear. We do plan on continuing with this series.
BTW- RLS is now in PRINT FROM EC! :)

Space Lords, Zhang Dynasty
I am working on these always. These futuristics get the priority list almost every time. I just finished Var 5 and Zhang 1. After taking a small break and finishing up other projects I'll be right back on the series. I also have other spin-off series planned, but I'm not talking about them just yet, lol.

Other titles planned for this year are:
Galaxy Playmates 4, 5, and 6
Naughty Cupid 3: Cupid's Favor
Theatre de Passion (Phantom of the Night) 2
Lords of the Abyss 2 and 3
Tribes of the Vampire 4
Taming Him book 2
Scorched Destiny books
A few projects for Virgin Publishing

Now, this doesn't mean that I'll get to all these this year. It just means I really want to work on them.


I think this is everything. Thank you all so much for your continued support! It means a lot to me. Also, I do plan on trying to keep up my blog more with the latest news!

If you haven't yet, please join my newsletter. This is an announcement only group:
Michelle’s Newsletter

If you like the chatty groups. Here a project I have with author, Mandy Roth. It's "big doin's". Not only is there the free, ongoing, online story. We have the Raven discussion, chat group that we frequent. And the Raven blog. Contests are planned, so get in on the fun!

RAVEN Free Ongoing, Online Paranormal Story


Raven Reader Yahoo Group

Happy Hour W/the M&M’s


As always, feel free to email me at michelle_pillow @ yahoo.com (No Spaces)
Or visit the website: www.michellepillow.com

Happy Reading!
Michelle M. Pillow

Don’t forget the Books!
Now In Print and at stores!
Red Light Specialists – Ellora’s Cave Publishing
PRINT ISBN 1-41995-309-5

Tribes of the Vampire: The Jaded Hunter – New Concepts Publishing
PRINT ISBN 1-58608-716-9

Dragon Lords: The Barbarian Prince – New Concepts Publishing
PRINT ISBN 1-58608-673-1

Dragon Lords 2: The Perfect Prince– New Concepts Publishing
PRINT ISBN 1-58608-690-1

Caught: Mountain's Captive– New Concepts Publishing
PRINT ISBN 1-58608-693-6

Tribes of the Vampire 1: Redeemer of Shadows– New Concepts Publishing
PRINT ISBN 1-58608-704-5

Ultimate Warriors– New Concepts Publishing
PRINT ISBN 1-58608-701-0

Ghost Cats– New Concepts Publishing
PRINT ISBN 1-58608-707-x

Fierce Competition– Virgin Publishing
PRINT ISBN 0-35233-992-6

Opposites Attract– Virgin Publishing
PRINT ISBN 0-35234-011-8

Sex in the Office (Wicked Words Antho)- Virgin Publishing
PRINT ISBN: 0352339446
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What do I look like? TOO MUCH FUN!
This is too much fun! According to this site, these are the people I look like, starting with the closest match, to the least closest match...

Winona Ryder - This is cool, since I was a huge fan of hers back in the Beetlejuice/Heathers day

Christina Ricci - Can't argue wiht that *getting up and posing for the computer screen*

Meg Ryan - Alright, she's adorable, I can live with that.

Katie Holmes - Um, she did get Tom

Jodie Foster - Clarice...

Britney Spears _Ops, I want to delete this. Gorgeous yes. Role model, no.

Therese of Lisieux - She's a saint. Also known as Therese of the Child Jesus; the Little Flower; the Little Flower of Jesus
Mia Farrow - You might remember her from the little thing called Rosemary's Baby.

Edith Stien- "saintly Carmelite, profound philosopher and brilliant writer, had a great influence on the women of her time..."


Okay, I don't knwo about this, but it was a wonderful time waster! So I did it again.
Picutre two brought these results:


Gwenyth Paltrow

Therese of Lisieux - Okay, the saint is on here twice. I am so winning an argument with Mandy

Steve Martin (LMAO)

Charles Gounod - French composer (Paris 1818 - Saint-Cloud 1893)

Nicole Kidman - Just had a thought. I really want to see Practical Magic tonight. I'll have to do that next!

Daniel Ratcliff -- I am so a female Harry Potter! One second please... *stumbling back in* Ouch. I can't fly.

Drew Barrymore - I lubs Drew! From ET to today!

Pearl S Buck - A writer, just check out her list of work!

If anything, it can be flattering for the ego, lol. Though, I'm not sure looking like Daniel Ratcliff and Steve Martin are a good thing for me. Sure, they're both cuties, but...

For everyone who wants to have fun, here is the link: http://www.myheritage.com/
Come tell us who you look like!


Now it should be noted I got the link from Kimberly's Love and Light blog.
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 7:48 PM   2 comments
Yeah for me!!! I'm a 2005 4x BESTSELLER!

2005 Best Selling eBooks

FICTIONWISE

Check out the list. I’m on there with Dan Brown (Da Vinci Code), George Lucas, Micheal Crichton, LKH, Douglas Adams (Hitchhikers guide)...

12. The Warrior Prince [Dragon Lords Book 4] by Michelle M. Pillow

16. The Barbarian Prince [Dragon Lords Book 1] by Michelle M. Pillow

17. The Perfect Prince [Dragon Lords Book 2] by Michelle M. Pillow

18. The Dark Prince [Dragon Lords Book 3] by Michelle M. Pillow
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 9:27 AM   3 comments
What is this?

Does anyone know what kind of flowers these are? They just appeared behind a house that I used to live in and I ran across it, realizing I never did figure it out. They were really pretty, appearing suddnely all over the back yard after having lived there for 5 years and not planting them.
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 9:19 AM   7 comments
Monday, January 09, 2006
Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed
Due to the overall sucess of Samhain, Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed will be released next TUES! Instead of next month!
YEAH!~
Michelle
Michelle M Pillow
Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed ~ Coming from Samhain
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 2:19 PM   3 comments
Sunday, January 08, 2006
Glue Dog Part 2


Everyone wants to know how she did it. Annabelle magically found a hidden glue trap. The truth is, we don't know now she got it, lol.
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 9:14 PM   4 comments
My Dog Glued Herself to the Floor

Nope, no joke. My sweet little new English Bulldog glued herself to the floor. We just got her for Christmas and besides the peeing, the biting, the chewing, the whining and the glueing, she's not to bad to have around.

It was actually a little funny to see her stuck to the tile, two paws (one front, one back) glued as the other too shook. And before the animal lovers attack me for laughing. Lady Annabelle is rescued, de-glued and back to chewing my favorite kitty slippers. All is right in doggie world. In Michelle World, well, my slippers are slobbered on and a little goey.

I grump, but she is cute, isn't she? Her face looks like she ran into a wall and when she stands, the wrinkles all fall to her butt and it looks like she's lugging around a few hotdogs on her back. And, when she runs, her back end jack knifes like a semi truck, sliding past the front end only to swing back and do it again on the other side.
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 2:04 PM   8 comments
Friday, January 06, 2006
Straight from the Food Simulator
Hi Everyone! Well, sitting here working on Var 5 The Pirate Prince, I came up with an idea…okay, and because food is never far from my mind, lol. Good think I don’t cook or I’d be in trouble!

Anyway, I’m putting together a collection of Intergalactic Recipes! Think you have the answer to making Qurilixen blue bread? Does Dev have a favorite beverage from the planet of Bevlon? And how exactly to you cook a Yorkin? Let’s have those honest and true recipes, you can substitute the Yorkin with Chicken, lol, but I want those Intergalactic Names! LOL., Um, Space Cakes only allowed in Amsterdam. Food, drinks, desserts welome!

If I get enough responses, I’ll put them together in a downloadable cookbook for all to enjoy J with credit given to everyone who donated a recipe. For authors, it could be a website and for readers, it could be a link to your fave authors’ website, or a pet cause. J

Now, if you haven’t read one of my futuristic, well, SHAME ON YOU! LOL However, I will let you put in a futuristic recipe from one of your other fave authors.

Send submissions to michelle_pillow @ yahoo.com (no spaces) and I’ll post them in groups on the Raven group. Only if there is enough will I put them into downloadable format. J
Subject : Intergalactic Recipes
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 12:39 PM   0 comments
All I want for Christmas...

This has to be the best idea ever, an apron for gourmet chefs like me!

Check it out, The Museum of Burnt Food
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 12:26 PM   0 comments
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
Help an Author Out - It's easy!
Um, by favorite, I mean me and Mandy, lol. But you knew that, right. Right? Hum, its awfully quiet.

Okay, it’s time to vote again, but this time for FEATURE OF THE YEAR. If we win it, I’ll let you all throw water balloons at Mandy. J
Vote 1: TRS Feature of 2005 http://www.theromancestudio.com/
Vote 2: TRS Blue Feature of 2005 http://www.theromancestudio.com/blue/home.php
(voting on the lower left column of screen on each page)
Thank you all so much. Readers like you make our jobs worth it, and I’m not just kissing *beep*, but Mandy will do that for you too if you want. J



Michelle M Pillow
www.michellepillow.com
posted by Michelle Pillow @ 7:48 PM   0 comments
We have a winner!

Congratulations we have a Winner!!

Waterfall_woman is the winner of the ebook reader and all four January releases!

Thank you to everyone who joined the groups and helped spread the word about Samhain! Check back for more opportunities to win from Samhain. :)

posted by Michelle Pillow @ 6:23 AM   0 comments
Monday, January 02, 2006
Samhain Opens its Doors!!!!
I thought I'd forward this. Samhain, my newest publisher, just opened it's doors. Go check it out their debut books. I'm released through there next month with Realm Immortal: King of the Unblessed.
Michelle
Michelle M Pillow

Loup Garou
Mandy M. Roth

Lindsay Willows craves a simple life. One where she can make a difference without drawing too much attention to herself. As the daughter of both a vampire and a fay, the cards were already stacked against her. Finding out she's the supposed mate of a dark fay prince doesn't help matters. Especially when there are those who will stop at nothing to prevent her from mating with a prince she's never even met.

When Exavier Kedmen, the incredibly sexy front man for a world-famous band, shows up wanting her to go back to a field she left three years ago, she can't explain the strong feelings that surface for a man she barely knows.

Lindsay finds herself confronting demons from her past, coming to terms with the ones in the present and finally looking forward to a future with the man she was created for. And she discovers evil doesn't care who it hurts to obtain its goals but even the evilest of things fear something, or in the case of Exavier, someone.

WARNING: This book contains hot, explicit sex and violence explained with contemporary, graphic language.

5 Angels~With witty characters and danger lurking at every turn, Loup Garou has something for any reader. Lindsay has a feisty attitude, takes no crap, and has the heart of a saint. Her compassion for others is touching and amazing to witness. She will leave readers smiling with what seems to fly out of her mouth at any given moment. Exavier on the other hand is a hot and tantalizing rocker that has some secrets of his own. The instantaneous, combustible chemistry between them will leave readers wishing they had a rock star of their own and panting with desire. I can only hope that this is the first installment in a wonderful series of werewolves, fays, and unbridled explosive passion. I would highly recommend this story to anyone that would listen. Mandy M Roth is an imaginative and brilliant author that readers will line up to read each and every story by her. This story has definitely earned its place in my permanent bookcase. For Mandy M Roth and Loup Garou, I am giving the best rating that I can: this story and author have truly earned 5 Angels and a Recommended Read! ~ Jessica, Fallen Angel Reviews

Loup Garou had me captivated from the first page. It is action packed and full of emotion. The story is clever, witty, hip and sexy. The storyline is refreshingly unique. Each character is intriguing in their own way. Exavier is so appealing. He is gorgeous, strong, and very sexy. Lindsay is really cool. She's witty and sensual, and she can hold her own against anything or anyone. Lindsay and Exavier's history is so moving and heartwarming. I could see the events unfolding in my mind as I read them.~ Joyfully Reviewed- Nannette

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(c) copyright 2005

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