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		<title>Snippet Saturday &#8211; Shame, Shame, Shame</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 May 2012 11:41:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is Shame, Shame, Shame. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from Shadow Dance…. “You have been messing with me since that first day,” Yadira said. The woman nodded then whispered in a voice like silken sheets, “Yes. I am sorry but being so close to power has awakened [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is Shame, Shame, Shame. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p>An snippet from <a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/shadowdance.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Shadow Dance</strong></a>….</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-161" title="shadowdance2.jpg" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/shadowdance2.jpg" alt="shadowdance2.jpg" width="175" height="250" />“You have been messing with me since that first day,” Yadira said.</p>
<p>The woman nodded then whispered in a voice like silken sheets, “Yes. I am sorry but being so close to power has awakened me out of The Eye of Ra.”</p>
<p>“<em>Sekhmet</em>,” Dimitri’s tortured whisper reached her, confirming what she suspected.</p>
<p>Yadira saw the pain and joy in his face. Sekhmet reached out for him and he enfolded her into his arms. She was almost as tall as he was. They trembled together. Yadira could see the tears raining down his face as he held Sekhmet in his arms.</p>
<p>Dimitri pulled back looking at Sekhmet. “We thought you were dead. Kianga, they said you were dead.”</p>
<p>Sekhmet looked at him sorrow on her face. “Ahhh, Dimitri I have not heard that name in so long. It is appropriate that the Kianga name lives and lets the Sekhmet name die. I have missed you my brother.”</p>
<p>They embraced again. Dimitri stroked her hair.</p>
<p>“What happened to you?” Dimitri demanded.</p>
<p>Sekhmet looked over at Solaris. “Father contained me in The Eye of Ra.”</p>
<p>Dimitri looked at Solaris and stepped toward him. Sekhmet stopped him gripping his arm.</p>
<p>“No Dimitri. It was the right thing to do. I would have destroyed the world if he hadn’t.” Sekhmet looked at him sadness and regret on her face.</p>
<p>A cold wind blew into the cave whirling the dirt all around. Yadira shielded her gaze then looked at Dimitri who was standing before Sekhmet. He moved and she realized it wasn’t him, but Dominic. Dimitri stood still next to Sekhmet. “<em>Sekhmet</em>.” Dominic said, pain raw in his voice.</p>
<p>He dropped to his knees and rested his head against her bare stomach. The sound of his weeping filled the chamber. He trembled and shook with the force of it. Dimitri rested his hand on Dominic’s head while his arm encircled Sekhmet. Sekhmet looked down at him shock and pain lighting her face.</p>
<p>“Oh Dominic what has happened to you.” She leaned down pulling him closer to her.</p>
<p>He wrapped his arms more tightly around her and continued to weep. Looking up from him she looked at Solaris. “What have you done?”</p>
<p>Solaris looked at her. “Nothing. You must return to me Sekhmet for the sake of humanity.”</p>
<p>Sekhmet looked at him. “You will not contain me in The Eye of Ra again.” Solaris looked at her pain and sorrow in his gaze. “I must.” Raising his hand he shot bluish fire at her.</p>
<p>Pushing away from Dimitri and Dominic she stepped forward to meet it. It curled around her, swirled, then flowed to her mouth. She opened her full lips and sucked it in. Yadira started as a pop filled the air then the flames were gone.</p>
<p>Solaris looked at Sekhmet. “Ahhh daughter, I do not want to destroy you.”</p>
<p>Sekhmet raised her chin. “You will not have to. I will return home with you and fulfill any punishment you deem sufficient.”</p>
<p>Solaris nodded.</p>
<p>“<em>Sekhmet</em>,” Dominic cried.</p>
<p>Sekhmet turned to him and touched his cheek. “No Dominic. It is the right thing to do. I am sorry for all the pain I have made you suffer.” Tears rained down her cheeks and she turned to walk to Solaris.</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2007.<br />
All RightsReserved, Ellora’s Cave Publishing, Inc.</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<a href="http://www.readinbed.net/"><strong>Megan Hart:Read in bed! </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog"><strong>Rhian Cahill </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog"><strong>Eliza Gayle</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://blog.jodywallace.com/"><strong>Jody Wallace</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/"><strong>Mandy M Roth</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://lissamatthews.com/blog"><strong>Lissa Matthews</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog"><strong>Mari Carr</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank"><strong>McKenna Jeffries</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/"><strong>Myla Jackson</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank"><strong>Taige Crenshaw</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.delilahdevlin.com/blog/"><strong>Delilah Devlin</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.helenkaydimon.com/blog"><strong>HelenKay Dimon</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/"><strong>Shiloh Walker</strong></a><strong><br />
</strong><a href="http://www.tjmichaels.com/the-scoop" target="_blank"><strong>TJ Michaels</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.laurendane.com/blog"><strong>Lauren Dane</strong></a></p>
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		<title>Snippet Saturday – It&#8217;s Raining Men</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 May 2012 10:34:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is It&#8217;s Raining Men. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from God Style Temptation… Picking up whatever she could get she threw it at him as she stumbled backward. Pots, food and knives—he caught each one effortlessly. Breathless she stopped backing up. The man stopped and watched her [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is It&#8217;s Raining Men. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-239" title="godstyletemptation_msr_small" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/12/godstyletemptation_msr_small.jpg" alt="godstyletemptation_msr_small" width="150" height="246" />An snippet from <a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/godstyletemptation.htm" target="_blank"><strong>God Style Temptation</strong></a>…</p>
<p>Picking up whatever she could get she threw it at him as she stumbled backward. Pots, food and knives—he caught each one effortlessly. Breathless she stopped backing up. The man stopped and watched her waiting to see what she would do next.</p>
<p>Frustrated Aurora screamed. “What the fuck are you?”</p>
<p>He smiled, a nasty little twist of his lips. “Besides the man who saved you pretty little ass from being a popsicle? A god.”</p>
<p>Hearing that Aurora felt fury flash through her. Not stopping to think she headed straight for him. The man’s eyes dropped and he grinned, a devilish quirk of his lips. Realizing she was still naked and he was ogling her Aurora was even angrier. Slowing she added more sway in her hips and watched his eyes light in appreciation. She looked at him and saw his smile widen. Returning his smile she let her hand flash up to deck him. He caught it.</p>
<p>“Uh-huh not that again. You’re such a violent little thing.” The man’s tone was calm.</p>
<p>Ignoring his comment she swung with her other hand. He sighed and caught it too. He raised an eyebrow as if saying “now what”. From how they were standing she estimated he was about six three to her six feet. Jerking her head forward she hit him with it. She felt his nose break, as was her intention. A grim smile curved her lips. He let her go and stepped back. Swinging at him again Aurora found her hand caught. Instinctively she swung with the other. He again caught it then turned her around and pulled them behind her back. Jerking her head back she tried to hit him with her head.</p>
<p>“Shit. Will you calm down?” the man growled.</p>
<p>Straining against his hold Aurora gritted out, “Fuck you, Cupid or Claude or whatever the hell your name is. I have eighty-seven more of those to give you. You mother fu—”</p>
<p>The man sighed and said softly. “I’m not Cupid.”</p>
<p>She stilled and gasped realizing she was plastered against his body. His next word distracted her.</p>
<p>“Although I can relate, why do you want to kick Cupid’s ass?” His tone was matter of fact.</p>
<p>“You’re hurting me. Let me go first.” Aurora demanded although he wasn’t.</p>
<p>He scoffed. “Liar.”</p>
<p>“Let me go.”</p>
<p>“Only if you promise not to hit me again.”</p>
<p>“Fine I won’t hit you again. I only connected twice.” Although it galled her to say it out loud.</p>
<p>The man laughed and his cock rubbed against her ass. Trying to keep still Aurora closed her eyes. She was getting hot over a man she barely knew and she didn’t even know if she liked him. He let her go. Spinning to face him she took a step forward and looked up into his amused chocolate gaze.</p>
<p>“Who the hell are you?”</p>
<p>His smile widened. “Nigel Ha’gan at your service Miss Aurora.”</p>
<p>He sounded very formal but his devilish smile belayed that.</p>
<p>“You’re very formal for someone who is naked?” Then it hit her what he said. “How do you know my name?”</p>
<p>A look of pain flashed through his eyes so fast she almost thought she imagined it.</p>
<p>“I figured since you were ignoring it I’d be a gentleman and do the same.”</p>
<p>“What?”</p>
<p>He shrugged a graceful movement of his shoulders. “Our nakedness.”</p>
<p>Aurora sighed. “You’re quite a handful aren’t you?” Realizing what she said her eyes automatically dropped and looked at his impressive member. Blushing she turned away from him and mumbled. “Crap, you know what I mean.”</p>
<p>“Now no need to be shy <em>queinlos</em>,” Nigel said the laughter plain in his voice.</p>
<p>“What does <em>queinlos </em>mean?” Aurora asked although she suspected it was something derogatory.</p>
<p>“Little warrior,” he purred.</p>
<p>His answer pleased her. The feel of soft cloth brushed her skin. Glancing down she saw light filtering around her body and a robe in a rich green, the same color as her eyes, covered her. He was now clothed in a similar one in dark brown.</p>
<p>“Thanks.” She winced when she saw his broken nose.</p>
<p>She knew it had to be hurting him. Grabbing his hand she pulled him to the table. He came willingly. She pushed him in the chair. Reaching to check his nose she gasped as his hand stopped her. Again she hadn’t seen him move.</p>
<p>“Don’t be a baby. I just want to check it out. I’m a doctor.” She touched it and he winced.<br />
“Ah man, I’m sorry. She looked for some paper towel and got a bowl of water.</p>
<p>“Sorry you hit me or sorry I’m not Claude?” he asked.</p>
<p>Smiling she replied, “Both,” as she gently cleaned his nose.</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2008.<br />
All Rights Reserved, Ellora’s Cave Publishing, Inc.</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<a href="http://www.readinbed.net/"><strong>Megan Hart:Read in bed! </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog"><strong>Rhian Cahill </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog"><strong>Eliza Gayle</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://blog.jodywallace.com/"><strong>Jody Wallace</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/"><strong>Mandy M Roth</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://lissamatthews.com/blog"><strong>Lissa Matthews</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://leahbraemel.com/blog/"><strong>Leah Braemel</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog"><strong>Mari Carr</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank"><strong>McKenna Jeffries</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/"><strong>Myla Jackson</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank"><strong>Taige Crenshaw</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.delilahdevlin.com/blog/"><strong>Delilah Devlin</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.helenkaydimon.com/blog"><strong>HelenKay Dimon</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/"><strong>Shiloh Walker</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.shellistevens.com/blog"><strong>Shelli Stevens</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://zoearcher.tumblr.com/"><strong>Zoë Archer </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.tjmichaels.com/the-scoop" target="_blank"><strong>TJ Michaels</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.laurendane.com/blog"><strong>Lauren Dane</strong></a></p>
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		<title>Snippet Saturday – Author&#8217;s Choice</title>
		<link>http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/2012/04/28/snippet-saturday-authors-choice-7/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:44:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is Author&#8217;s Choice. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from Wilde Rapture… “How did you find me? What are you doing here?” she snapped. “I Googled you and found out what precinct you worked out of. Imagine my surprise that you were only a few blocks away from [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is Author&#8217;s Choice. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p><img class="align left size-full wp-image-2749 alignleft" title="wilderapture_800_small" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/wilderapture_800_small.jpg" alt="" width="175" height="280" />An snippet from <a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/wilderapture.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Wilde Rapture</strong></a>…</p>
<p>“How did you find me? What are you doing here?” she snapped.</p>
<p>“I Googled you and found out what precinct you worked out of. Imagine my surprise that you were only a few blocks away from Wilde Hotel. As for why I’m here… I’m an old-fashioned man who likes to say goodbye to my bed partners.” Darius’ tone was mild.</p>
<p>“It was just sex. Just last night. I thought you understood that. No morning after and all that needed.” She ran her fingers through the back of her hair.</p>
<p>Darius reached up and took her hand. He held it in his. With his other, he raised her face and looked her in the eyes.</p>
<p>“I did understand, and I agreed to it for the night. But, in case you didn’t realise, it’s morning. So the night is past. And now I want you to stop running and think about this.”</p>
<p>He kissed her. All thoughts fled from her head. His kiss was soft and more devastating than if he had ravished her. That she could have handled and dismissed. The tenderness unravelled her. Holding her against his solid frame, he seduced her with a kiss. Made her forget all else but being in his arms. Nia sighed, moulding her body to his. Darius made a pleased sound and continued his sensual assault.</p>
<p>Nia gripped his shoulders, moaning. His fingers smoothed under her breasts, making them ache for him to taste them. They hadn’t got to that last night. She wanted him to bite them and suck them until they were sore and well used. Darius pulled back, hands laced loosely around her waist. His blue eyes were possessive and tender. Her pussy flooded even more at the look.</p>
<p>“We don’t even know anything about each other,” she whispered.</p>
<p>“Then get to know me. Be with me, Nia. The choice is yours. Next time you come by, plan on spending the night again. This time, bring a bag so you don’t have to rush away to get ready for work,” he said.</p>
<p>“That isn’t the reason I left,” she admitted.</p>
<p>“I know.” A small smiled curled his lips.</p>
<p>“You make me lose sense. I don’t like it,” she snarled.</p>
<p>“Ditto,” he countered.</p>
<p>Nia paused, biting the inside of her cheek. Darius raised one hand and gently rubbed it against her cheek, stopping her. She turned her head and kissed his palm. He went still. Nia glanced at him. Darius’ eyes were brimming with emotion. She lowered her gaze, not sure what was happening between them.</p>
<p>“When you’re ready, come to me,” he whispered.</p>
<p>Darius released her. Nia raised her head and frowned at his retreating figure.</p>
<p>“Why do I always have to come to you?” she yelled.</p>
<p>He turned to face her, walking backwards. “Because this time it’s your turn.”</p>
<p>Nia scowled. He was right, damn him. If she thought about it, in the alcove he had come to her. Then she had gone to him last night. Now, today, he had come to her. The next move would be hers.</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2012.<br />
All Rights Reserved, Total E Bound.</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<a href="http://www.readinbed.net/"><strong>Megan Hart:Read in bed! </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog"><strong>Rhian Cahill </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog"><strong>Eliza Gayle</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/"><strong>Mandy M Roth</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog"><strong>Mari Carr</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank"><strong>McKenna Jeffries</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/"><strong>Myla Jackson</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank"><strong>Taige Crenshaw</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.delilahdevlin.com/blog/"><strong>Delilah Devlin</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.helenkaydimon.com/blog"><strong>HelenKay Dimon</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/"><strong>Shiloh Walker</strong></a><br />
<a href="”http://www.laurendane.com/blog”"><strong>Lauren Dane</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.shellistevens.com/blog"><strong>Shelli Stevens</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://blog.jodywallace.com/"><strong>Jody Wallace</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://lissamatthews.com/blog"><strong>Lissa Matthews</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://zoearcher.tumblr.com/"><strong>Zoë Archer </strong></a></p>
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		<title>Snippet Saturday &#8211; Love Scene</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 11:10:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is Love Scene. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from Burning Touch… Fire raced down his spine, making him shiver. Kariati looked over his shoulder. His breath left him in a rush. He turned away from the door, captivated by the dancing woman. She was lush full figured [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is Love Scene. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p>An snippet from <a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/burningtouch.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Burning Touch</strong></a>…</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-312" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/burningtouch_pr2_small.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="320" />Fire raced down his spine, making him shiver.</p>
<p>Kariati looked over his shoulder.</p>
<p>His breath left him in a rush. He turned away from the door, captivated by the dancing woman. She was lush full figured temptation. Hungrily he took in her bountiful breasts, voluptuous curves and shapely legs. She turned away from him on her high-heeled, caramel-coloured boots. Kariati raised his hand to his mouth and bit his knuckle to stifle a whimper. His mouth watered with the need to lick across her plump rounded ass.</p>
<p>He took a step towards her. The woman turned to face him. She stopped and stared. Closing the distance between them Kariati reached for her with his senses. Shocked, he watched the woman, a <em>human</em> woman, who had captured all his senses. Reaching her, he memorised her delectable honey-toned face, her satiny forehead, rich chocolate brown eyes with sexy lashes, sculptured cheeks, luscious lips, and round chin. The combination was an enticement he was powerless to resist. Leaning into the woman, he inhaled. Her sweet, musky arousal filled his senses. Silent, he pulled her to him. The woman came to him. Swivelling his hips, he felt her body against his. A harsh breath escaped the sensual vixen who had captured him in her thrall. Countering his movement, he held her hips. The woman followed his motions moving against his rapidly hardening erection.</p>
<p>He raised a hand and lifted her long braided dark reddish brown hair from her shoulder. Still moving in time with the music, Kariati lifted the edge of her braid to his cheek and stroked it along his face. He purred at the silkiness against his skin. The woman moaned softly. He put one hand behind her back, pulling her closer to him and smiled.</p>
<p>Halle took a breath. His heady masculine scent cloyed around her, invading her senses. When she had seen the man by the door watching her, she’d been ensnared by his powerful presence. Even from across the room, she had felt his eyes on her almost like a physical touch. He strode towards her with a confident arrogance she had found intoxicating. Each step was like a sexual movement that made her pussy pulse with wetness, preparing for his taking. The closer he came the more she wanted to be in his arms. It wasn’t until he was closer that she saw his face. She’d locked her knees to keep from falling. His sun-kissed skin made her tongue ache to lick every part she could. His thick curly lashes framed his intense blue-green gaze. The hunger in his eyes had almost brought her to her knees. Harsh planes of desire had carved his perfectly put together features—broad forehead, chiselled cheeks, lush lips and slightly pointed chin—into a savage look.</p>
<p>When he had partially closed his eyes and inhaled, she had gone weak. His forceful grip had kept her standing. Her pussy creamed even more at the brush of his hands on her ass. Halle had been powerless to do anything but move in time with the wanton sway of his hips. The length of his cock had rubbed against her slacks, burning a trail of heat. Cuddling into his hard masculine body she noted how they fit together. At her height of six feet it was hard to find a man who was so much taller than her. It created a feeling of fragile feminine awareness she had never experienced before. He had taken her braid and stroked it against his face. She moaned at the purr that rumbled out of his massive chest. His hot hand cupped her back, holding her close.</p>
<p>Reaching up, she grabbed his inky black hair. Whatever held it gave way and his hair covered her fingers. Staring into his eyes she stood on tiptoe and sealed her lips to his. The man’s decadent chuckle filled her mouth.</p>
<p><em>So soft. His lips are so soft</em>. Murmuring she leaned into him.</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2008.<br />
All Rights Reserved, Total-e-bound</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<a href="http://www.readinbed.net/"><strong>Megan Hart:Read in bed! </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog"><strong>Rhian Cahill </strong></a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog"><strong>Eliza Gayle</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/"><strong>Mandy M Roth</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog"><strong>Mari Carr</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank"><strong>McKenna Jeffries</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/"><strong>Myla Jackson</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank"><strong>Taige Crenshaw</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.helenkaydimon.com/blog"><strong>HelenKay Dimon</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/"><strong>Shiloh Walker</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.tjmichaels.com/the-scoop" target="_blank"><strong>TJ Michaels</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://www.laurendane.com/blog"><strong>Lauren Dane</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://lissamatthews.com/blog"><strong>Lissa Matthews</strong></a><br />
<a href="http://zoearcher.tumblr.com/"><strong>Zoe Archer </strong></a></p>
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		<title>Linc – Available Now</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:15:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Linc By: Taige Crenshaw and Aliyah Burke Total-E-Bound Available Now ISBN #: Series: Kemet Uncovered ~ Book 3 Genre: Paranormal Length: Novella Format: E-Book Buy Here I am of the primordial chaos before the world’s creation. Older than Ra himself. A component of those who constitute the Ogdoad. I am of the water, existing in [...]]]></description>
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</strong>By: Taige Crenshaw and <a href="http://www.aliyah-burke.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Aliyah Burke<br />
</strong></a>Total-E-Bound<br />
Available Now<br />
ISBN #:<br />
Series: <strong><a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/kemetuncovered.htm" target="_blank">Kemet Uncovered</a></strong> ~ Book 3<br />
Genre: Paranormal<br />
Length: Novella<br />
Format: E-Book<br />
<a href="http://www.total-e-bound.com/authordetail.asp?A_ID=27" target="_blank"><strong>Buy Here</strong></a></p>
<p>I am of the primordial chaos before the world’s creation. Older than Ra himself. A component of those who constitute the Ogdoad. I am of the water, existing in a cold world. Until her.</p>
<p>They call her Chaya. She has brought me light. She is my whole world. However, I am not hers for she lives for another. If I am to get her, I must acquire the deepest part of her heart. For I don’t want a mere moment, nor the time of her mortal life. No, that is far too short. I want this enchantress for eternity. And when one is immortal, like I am, eternity is truly forever.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Linc</em></p>
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		<title>Snippet Saturday – Emotional Scene</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Apr 2012 11:12:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is an emotional moment. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from Onyx Moon Rising… Tashana could feel her strength fading. Slashing out, she took out more Deathwalkers. A Deathwalker rushed her. It got pass past her guard and hit her in the chest. Her one remaining sword she [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is an emotional moment. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-727" title="onyxmoonrising_small" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/onyxmoonrising_small.jpg" alt="onyxmoonrising_small" width="151" height="244" />An snippet from <a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/onyxmoonrising.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Onyx Moon Rising</strong></a>…</p>
<p>Tashana could feel her strength fading. Slashing out, she took out more Deathwalkers. A Deathwalker rushed her. It got pass past her guard and hit her in the chest. Her one remaining sword she held flew out of her hand. Quickly she called her whip then raised her hand. She hit it back and slashed down with her whip. It disintegrated. Flicking her whip, she took out a few more. Taking a step back, she stumbled over Sanjay and fell on her back. Groaning, she rolled to her side and got to her knees. The Deathwalkers watched her and stalked forward. The Onyx Moon became hot against her skin. Sure in their victory, they closed in. Putting her hand on Sanjay&#8217;s chest, Tashana felt his labored breathing.</p>
<p>Looking at him, she felt sorrow well in her. &#8220;I&#8217;m sorry, Sanjay.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Deathwalkers laughed as the man continued to read the scroll. The Deathwalkers reached her, then she saw ice form covering the ones closest to her. A sound whistled in the air and the Deathwalkers shattered. Looking up, Tashana blinked, unsure if she was seeing things. Hundreds of dragons, in every color of the rainbow, came silent on the wind over the treetops. The sight of the massive dragon leading them captured all her attention. It was golden, the tips of its scales and tail were burnt orange. The dragon raised its head and screeched. Then lowered its head and breathed frost. Ice coated the Deathwalkers freezing them in place .</p>
<p>Suddenly, fire rained from the sky. A figure was throwing fire from the dragon&#8217;s back. As they got closer, Tashana saw it was Zaila. She had a fierce look on her face throwing fire and light at various intervals. Tashana heard a whistling sound and it took her a moment to realize that it was a whip. Turning her head, her breath caught as she watched Jaynat hanging from the bottom of a purple dragon as she used one of her two whips. Jaynat lashed with her other whip shattering the frozen Deathwalkers. Reaching them, the dragons shifted into men and women, cutting through the Deathwalkers. Covering Sanjay with her body, Tashana listened as the sounds of battle waged around her. After a while, all was silent.</p>
<p>Cautiously she glanced up and saw the area was clear. The Deathwalkers were gone. A golden dragon landed with Zaila still on its back. It shifted into a man and he ran toward them, carrying Zaila. Jerking up, Tashana felt something tugging at her.</p>
<p>&#8220;Freitious!&#8221; a voice screamed.</p>
<p>The Onyx Moon pulled her across the clearing toward the man who held the scroll. Tashana took her dagger and flung it at him. His eyes widened as it hit him in the chest. He crumpled. She continued to be pulled to him. Reaching him, she collapsed on the ground. A fiery rd sensation filled her then the Onyx Moon pulsed. Screaming, she scrambled to her knees and grabbed at her neck. Ripping it off, she stumbled back as it hit the ground. Black light burst from the ground below the necklace and the earth split and a shape poured out. Rolling out of the way Tashana came up on her knees.</p>
<p>A shape shot into the sky and blocked out the sun. The backwash of power knocked everyone in the clearing off their feet. The dragons in the sky plummeted to Earth. When they hit, the earth shook. Tashana took in the vision of death. The Onyx Dragon. It was true black with no color at all. It raised it head and screeched. The Onyx Moon hung from its neck. Trees lit on fire and the earth stood still. It lowered its head and looked at her. She saw herself reflected in its black gaze. In them, she saw her death and read the truth. When the Onyx Moon pendent was stripped of its power, the power had taken corporeal form before it was put to sleep. It had waited for centuries to be awakened to get its opportunity for vengeance. The power had been created to be used to protect and not harm. Yet according to the wearer of the Onyx Moon, the power was enslaved by their desires. It had been corrupted with each destructive use. Now it was tired of the world and wanted all to die.</p>
<p>Opening its large mouth, the Onyx Dragon turned its head and blew fire, cutting her off from everyone around her. It looked at her again and dove. The wind whispered to her and Tashana heard it. Dropping down, she touched the earth. Power raced through the earth then fire licked up her arms circling her. Standing she looked down at the chains of Terra circling each arm. The earth had given them one of its greatest weapons of protection. The chains were bright white light. Pure and unbreakable.</p>
<p>Looking back up at the Onyx Dragon, she smiled and took off in a run. Using the man as a springboard, she flew up and met the Onyx Dragon. Swinging, Tashana latched the chains of Terra around its neck and used them to pull herself up. It screamed, twisting its head to shake her off. She held on. Reaching its back, she swung herself up and stood. Twirling one of the chains around her fist, she punched down. The Onyx Dragon dipped but didn’t go down. She raised her fist again, then hesitated, tilting her head to hear a whisper on the wind.</p>
<p>&#8220;<em>Death</em>.&#8221;</p>
<p>Following through, Tashana punched down hard and felt the skin and bone give. The Onyx Dragon plummeted from the sky. Holding on with the other chain, Tashana rode it. Hitting the ground, she jarred as they skidded across the clearing. It shuddered and took its last breath. Suddenly, it shifted beneath her. Standing, legs widespread, Tashana looked down at the woman below her. Her skin was the color of dark oak and the Onyx Moon rested between her naked breasts. Her white hair was spread around her body partially covering her. The woman’s eyes flew open and she gasped. Tashana did not move, just watched her.</p>
<p>The woman looked at her and said, &#8220;Finish it.&#8221;</p>
<p>Tashana raised her fist and brought it down.</p>
<p>Stopping just above her chest, Tashana said, &#8220;No. You&#8217;re free. You can control the Onyx Moon now if you choose.&#8221;</p>
<p>The woman looked at her. &#8220;I want to die.&#8221;</p>
<p>&#8220;Dying is an easy way out. Redemption builds the soul.&#8221;</p>
<p>Stepping over her, Tashana ran to Sanjay. Zaila ran up to them.</p>
<p>&#8220;Please help him, Zaila.&#8221;</p>
<p>Zaila hook her head. &#8220;I can&#8217;t. I&#8217;m too weak.&#8221;</p>
<p>Looking at Zaila, Tashana saw her sway. The man who had been holding Zalia when he landed walked up to her and took some of her weight.</p>
<p>&#8220;Let me.&#8221; The same man said.</p>
<p>Looking up, Tashana saw the reserved look on the woman&#8217;s face. &#8220;How can I trust you not to hurt him, Onyx Dragon?&#8221;</p>
<p>The woman laughed a bitter sound. &#8220;My name is Indigo, and you can&#8217;t.&#8221;</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2007.<br />
All Rights Reserved, Liquid Silver Books.</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.readinbed.net/">Megan Hart:Read in bed! </a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog">Rhian Cahill </a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog">Eliza Gayle</a><br />
<a href="http://lissamatthews.com/blog">Lissa Matthews</a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/">Mandy M Roth</a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog">Mari Carr</a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank">McKenna Jeffries</a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/">Myla Jackson</a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank">Taige Crenshaw</a><br />
<a href="http://www.delilahdevlin.com/blog/">Delilah Devlin</a><br />
<a href="http://www.helenkaydimon.com/blog">HelenKay Dimon</a><br />
<a href="http://www.leahbraemel.com/blog/">Leah Braemel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/">Shiloh Walker</a><br />
<a href="http://www.tjmichaels.com/the-scoop" target="_blank">TJ Michaels</a><br />
<a href="http://www.laurendane.com/blog">Lauren Dane</a></strong></p>
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		<title>Snippet Saturday – Author&#8217;s Choice</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Mar 2012 11:12:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is Author&#8217;s Choice. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from Power of Attraction… He came at her with gracefulness and purpose in each step. His sun-kissed face was carved planes and angles put together by a master artisan. It enthralled and compelled. The fullness of his mouth made [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is Author&#8217;s Choice. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1784" title="powerofattraction-cc" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/powerofattraction-cc.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="320" />An snippet from <a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/powerofattraction.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Power of Attraction</strong></a>…</p>
<p>He came at her with gracefulness and purpose in each step. His sun-kissed face was carved planes and angles put together by a master artisan. It enthralled and compelled. The fullness of his mouth made her mouth ache to take a nibble, then suck his lips gently into hers. As he got closer, Peyton was arrested by his ice blue gaze, which was surrounded by curling lashes. A shudder of longing raced through her. Peyton licked her lips. His eyes followed the movement. A decadent smile curved his lips.</p>
<p>He reached her and pulled her against his heated body. A moan spilled from her lips. A sensual laugh rumbled from him. His arms banded around her. Peyton looked up at his face. The hunger in his gaze made the breath in her lungs stall. He lowered his head. His lips covered hers as if she were his. She melted into his body and let him take her. He nipped her lips gently. At her gasp, he took advantage and delved his tongue inside of her mouth. With a firm stroke, he licked along the side of her tongue then hummed. Her nipples pebbled, while wetness drenched her aching slit.</p>
<p>A weakness filled her, making her knees buckle. His arms held her up for his taking. With another flick of his tongue, he licked along the roof of her mouth. Fire raced along its path, then down her throat and straight to her clit. Wild moans bubbled from her. He swallowed them as he continued to master her with his kiss. Peyton tried to think clearly, but only thoughts of wanton need filled her. His hands lifted her. Instinctively, Peyton wrapped her legs around his waist. A whimper broke through her moans at the sensation of his hardened shaft pressing against her skirt-clad mound. Distantly, she felt his hands scorching a path along her right leg, and in its wake, cool air touched her skin.</p>
<p>She locked her legs tighter around him, grinding against his cock, trying to get some relief for the ache she needed filled. He shifted. Peyton moaned as his heated shaft rubbed along her silk-clad pussy. With a glide of her hips, she rubbed against him. He growled deep in his throat and bit her. Peyton gasped and reality intruded.</p>
<p>She stiffened in shock and tried to get away. The man trapped her arms and increased the pressure of his kiss. Her mind went fuzzy with desire. His tongue plunged in and out of her mouth, mimicking thrusts. Her pussy flooded even more. The man chuckled in her mouth. It made her slit clench in reaction. At that, Peyton came to her senses. She wrenched her lips away from his. Wide eyed, she looked at the man who held her effortlessly against him. His ice blue gaze was hungry and slumberous. He lowered his head.</p>
<p>“Yioules,” Peyton whispered huskily.</p>
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<p>She felt herself start to fade and watched his shock. As she went into nothingness, she heard his roar.</p>
<p>“No!”</p>
<p>In moments, she came back to her form. Peyton staggered. With a shaky hand, she reached for something to hold onto. Her fingers brushed smooth wood. Grabbing it firmly, she held herself upright, breathing harshly and shuddering uncontrollably while her heart beat a wild tattoo. When she was sure she could finally stand on her own, Peyton staggered forward. She glanced absently at her weaving room and various looms. With a turn, she faced Zuri, her favourite loom, and looked up. She reached out to touch the images she had created.</p>
<p>The tapestry rose from halfway up the floor-to-ceiling loom. The vivid richness of colours tantalized the eyes. Yet Peyton was transfixed by the face staring back at her. It was the man she had been kissing. She had captured him perfectly, right down to the slight scar over his right eyebrow. Peyton staggered back and dropped to her knees. Fear filled her. She had never seen him before. He was a stranger. A stranger she had almost fucked blind without them ever exchanging a word. She raised a shaking hand and pushed back her kinky, curly hair from her face.</p>
<p>Peyton knew in her world, there was no such thing as coincidence. Everything happened at a time and place for a reason. The ramifications of what happened tonight could mean so many things. She closed her eyes, dropping her head. She wasn’t prepared for any changes. Not now. There was too much going on in her family for any distractions. A cool wind blew against her, enveloping her in a comforting embrace.</p>
<p>“Oh, God. What am I going to do?”</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>* * * *</strong></p>
<p>“No!” Wesley roared as the woman seemed to disappear.</p>
<p>He clenched his fist. The feel of her soft skin was still against his palms. His legs gave out and he dropped to his knees, not even feeling the hard ground against them. His breathing was ragged. Wesley didn’t know what had led him to get out of his car on the deserted stretch of road and walk into the forest. He was usually a cautious man. Yet, he’d felt he had to go into the forest, and he could not resist the impulse. When he had stumbled onto the woman dancing in the clearing, a primal instinct had taken over.</p>
<p>As she turned to face him, he was stunned by her honey-skinned beauty. Wild, kinky curls framed a face of stunning, rich caramel beauty. Laughter was in her emerald green gaze. A slight flush was staining her highly carved, rich caramel cheeks and face. A slight smile had curved her full, kissable lips. Her movements were gracefully sensual. Heat had flooded his stomach, and he knew he had to have her. He had gone to her and taken her into his arms. Her scent of cinnamon and vanilla had enveloped them in a silken cocoon. The feel of her against him had made his cock harden painfully. She had sunk into him, her body fitting his six-foot-four frame as if they had known each other forever. A vice had taken hold of his heart, and he knew she was his.</p>
<p>He kissed her. An explosion of heated desire had coursed through him. The wild noises the woman made in the back of her throat had made him crazy to have her. Wesley clenched his fists tighter as he imagined the feel of her hot silk-clad mound against him. He had been about to rip her panties off and bury his cock inside her when she had stiffened and pulled away. The befuddled lust in her gaze had pleased him. He went to kiss her again, but she disappeared. With a sigh, Wesley looked up at the sky. The blanket of stars twinkled, while the moon shone down, seeming to mock him.</p>
<p>&#8220;I am losing my mind. Oh, God. What am I going to do?”</p>
<p>Shakily, Wesley stood, turned, and walked away. At the shade of trees, he looked back to where he had thought he had seen the woman. It was empty and calm. His shoulders slumped as he turned, dropped his head and put his hand on the tree closest to him. If he ever had doubts he needed a break from his high stress career, this had dispelled them. With slow movements, he walked through the trees.</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2011.<br />
All Rights Reserved, Total E Bound.</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.readinbed.net/">Megan Hart:Read in bed! </a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog">Rhian Cahill </a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog">Eliza Gayle</a><br />
<a href="http://lissamatthews.com/blog">Lissa Matthews</a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/">Mandy M Roth</a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog">Mari Carr</a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank">McKenna Jeffries</a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/">Myla Jackson</a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank">Taige Crenshaw</a><br />
<a href="http://www.helenkaydimon.com/blog">HelenKay Dimon</a><br />
<a href="http://www.laurendane.com/blog">Lauren Dane</a><br />
<a href="http://www.leahbraemel.com/blog/">Leah Braemel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/">Shiloh Walker</a><br />
<a href="http://www.shellistevens.com/blog">Shelli Stevens</a></strong></p>
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		<title>Snippet Saturday &#8211; Bad Boys At Night</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10:36:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is Bad Boys At Night. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from Golden Seduction… Aleneic roared again, “Byichus.” Dragging her attention to him, she saw him mow through the shifters trying to get to Byichus. Laila felt compelled to look at him again. Byichus looked at her, captured [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is Bad Boys At Night. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p>An snippet from <a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/goldenseduction.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Golden Seduction</strong></a>…</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-691" title="goldenseduction_msr2_small2" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/goldenseduction_msr2_small2.jpg" alt="goldenseduction_msr2_small2" width="175" height="288" />Aleneic roared again, “Byichus.”</p>
<p>Dragging her attention to him, she saw him mow through the shifters trying to get to Byichus. Laila felt compelled to look at him again. Byichus looked at her, captured her gaze and, raising long tapered fingers to his lips, he blew her a kiss. Laila jumped, startled as she felt something brush her cheek. Reaching up to touch it, she watched Byichus smile. Turning her attention back to Aleneic, Laila only had time to register the panic on Aleneic’s face. Turning quickly, she saw the sword coming down toward her.</p>
<p><em>Ah, fuck</em>, Laila thought as she watched it lower.</p>
<p>Looking at the sword, Laila waited for the bite of metal to hit her. Without a thought her hands flashed up and caught the sword before it could hit her. Startled, she looked into the shocked eyes of the man.</p>
<p>Then he grinned and growled. “I’m going to gut you, bitch.”</p>
<p>Something clicked inside her and Laila felt a cold draft fill her.</p>
<p>She smiled and watched fear fill his face. “You’re about to get your ass kicked, asshole.”</p>
<p>Holding the blade with one hand, her other hand flashed forward, palm open and she hit him, sending him across the clearing. Watching him fly, a distant part of Laila’s mind wondered what the hell was going on. Taking his sword, she flipped it high in the air, turned and swept her foot out, knocking the man coming behind her off his feet. Putting her hands palm together, she hit him mid-chest and he flew across the clearing and hit a tree. It broke and the man slumped on the ground.</p>
<p>Laila’s mouth dropped open. Hearing a sound, she spun again, kicked the man coming up behind her and he flew across the clearing. Spinning, she flipped out of the way of another, spun into a roundhouse kick and using the man as leverage, she flew up in the air and caught the sword she had thrown, flipping over and landing on the ground. Sliding her left leg out, she held the sword and balanced, looking at them. She registered the shock on Aleneic’s face then they came at her furiously. Laila spun and used the sword in a fast circular motion, drawing them back. She looked at them then smiled a nasty grin and beckoned them with her other hand. They charged.</p>
<p><em>How the hell and I doing this</em>? Laila thought as she spun, back kicked, roundhouse kicked and sliced and diced, fighting them back. After a few moments the clearing was empty. Laila looked over at Aleneic, shock coursing through her. Looking around her, she saw there was a pile of men—some human, some half animal and others full animal.</p>
<p>Aleneic came up to her and took the sword out of her hand. He threw it to the side and looked at her.</p>
<p>“I thought you said you couldn’t fight.”</p>
<p>Laila shook her head. “I can’t. Whatever you did to me, thanks.”</p>
<p>He looked confused. “I didn’t do anything.”</p>
<p>“You didn’t. What the hell happened?”</p>
<p>Aleneic looked around the clearing. “You kicked ass.”</p>
<p>Laughing, Laila wrapped her arms around his neck. “I did.”</p>
<p>Aleneic looked back to where Byichus had stood then back at her.</p>
<p>“He didn’t get it. It’s not here, let’s go home.”</p>
<p>She felt the sensation. Looking past his shoulder, Laila saw Byichus looking at her. He blew her a kiss and melted into the jungle.</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2007.<br />
All Rights Reserved, Ellora&#8217;s Cave Publishing, Inc.</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.readinbed.net">Megan Hart:Read in bed! </a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog">Rhian Cahill </a><br />
<a href="http://blog.jodywallace.com/">Jody Wallace</a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog">Eliza Gayle</a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/">Mandy M Roth</a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog">Mari Carr</a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank">McKenna Jeffries</a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/">Myla Jackson</a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank">Taige Crenshaw</a><br />
<a href="http://www.delilahdevlin.com/blog/">Delilah Devlin</a><br />
<a href="http://www.helenkaydimon.com/blog">HelenKay Dimon</a><br />
<a href="http://www.laurendane.com/blog">Lauren Dane</a><br />
<a href="http://www.leahbraemel.com/blog/">Leah Braemel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/">Shiloh Walker</a><br />
<a href="http://www.tjmichaels.com/the-scoop" target="_blank">TJ Michaels</a><br />
<a href="http://zoearcher.tumblr.com/">Zoë Archer </a></strong></p>
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		<title>Snippet Saturday – We Got the Beat</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Mar 2012 11:50:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is We Got the Beat. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from Lay me Down… Rotating her hips, Syn let the music sweep her away. Raising her hands over her head, she grooved by herself, people a little distance away. When she had arrived at the club, she [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is We Got the Beat. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p>An snippet from <a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/laymedown.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Lay me Down</strong></a>…</p>
<p><a title="hht_lay-me-down_hr.jpg" href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/hht_lay-me-down_hr.jpg"></a><a title="hht_lay-me-down_hr.jpg" href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/hht_lay-me-down_hr.jpg"></a><img title="laymedown.jpg" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/laymedown.jpg" alt="laymedown.jpg" align="left" /><a title="hht_lay-me-down_hr.jpg" href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/hht_lay-me-down_hr.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Rotating her hips, Syn let the music sweep her away. Raising her hands over her head, she grooved by herself, people a little distance away. When she had arrived at the club, she had been taken aback by some of the people in costume. Until Jian had reminded her it was Halloween, she’d forgotten what day it was. Some of the costumes were elaborate. Syn was in awe at the detailing of some of the costumes. She watched as the Boogie Man twirled the Faery he was holding.</p>
<p>Across the room, Jian danced against some guy dressed as a Weretiger. The man was breathing hard and having a difficult time keeping up. Other men elbowed each other, trying to get close to her. Jian ignored them and continued to dance with the partner she’d chosen. Shaking her head, Syn reinforced her stay-away spell. Suddenly, she stopped arrested by the man across the room.</p>
<p>From where Syn stood she scanned his long locks. He’d pulled them into a ponytail that fell down his back. His sun-kissed features were chiselled masculine perfection. He wasn’t in costume. His slim muscular frame was covered in a dark purple almost black shirt and tight slacks made her mouth water for a bite. It wasn’t his face or body that caught her. It was his eyes.</p>
<p>With her keen sight she saw they were rich lavender offset by curling lashes. They should have made him seem feminine but they only enhanced his maleness as he leaned against the wall. He continued to stare, his intense gaze never wavering.</p>
<p>Intrigued, Syn started to dance again. Rolling her hips gently, she watched his eyes. They remained locked to hers. He smiled, a seductive twist of his luscious lips. Syn felt a delicious tightening of her body she hadn’t felt in a long time. Continuing to watch him she moved seductively waiting to see what he would do.</p>
<p><em> </em></p>
<p><em>I knew she’d come.</em></p>
<p>Micah had been restless earlier and come to the main floor of the club. After checking with the managers, he had circulated among the diners, making sure they were having a good time. Everything was going well. Normally, he would have returned to his office. Instead, he’d continued to the dancing area in the back.</p>
<p>When he’d opened the door he’d been blasted by the music blaring through the open doors leading into the soundproofed area. He’d stopped, pleased at the turn out to Club Immortality’s annual Halloween Party, then gone inside to check around. He’d spoken with Zayne, the club’s manager, who’d assured Micah everything was under control. Micah had a lot of work to do, but still he lingered, helping out behind the bar.</p>
<p>He’d sensed her as soon as she came in, although he hadn’t seen her. She’d swept over his consciousness with a heated touch of fire. Leaving the bar, he’d gone to the far side of the room and waited for her to appear. Bodies swayed on the floor in time with the throbbing music provided by the live band. It had taken a while before she was revealed. Thankfully, he was a patient man. When he finally saw her, she’d taken his breath away.</p>
<p>Now, he looked across the room at woman dancing so enticingly. She was a tall sensual goddess.</p>
<p>Her honey-toned skin glistened with a light sheen of sweat while her high sculptured cheeks beckoned him to cross the room and take a nibble. Her luscious lips tantalised him to get a taste. His mouth watered as he took in the way her bountiful breasts rose in her snug, black T-shirt. Her lush, jean-clad hips hypnotized him. Micah wet his suddenly dry lips and looked at her long legs, imagining how they’d feel wrapped around him as he drove deep within her hot, wet canal.</p>
<p>He’d enjoyed watching her dance. With his connection to the club it gave him a better ability to view all she or any of his patrons did. When she’d turned and looked at him he had been captured by her amber gaze. She’d stilled when she saw him before dancing in a way that enticed him.</p>
<p>Her confidence intoxicated him.</p>
<p>Her sensuality was an aphrodisiac.</p>
<p>Though she didn’t know it yet, she belonged to him. Their meeting had been preordained yet he hadn’t known when she would come. Moving from the wall, he walked purposefully across the floor. He ignored everything around him. He had one goal—her. Her chest rose and fell as he drew closer. Finally standing before her, he raised his hands and met hers with his, twining their fingers together.</p>
<p>He undulated his hips in time with hers and let her feel his hardened shaft. They hissed simultaneously at the first touch. Bringing up her arms and placing them around his neck, he put his face close to her neck and inhaled her scent. She smelled like sin and sex. The scent of her arousal gripped him. His cock hardened and lengthened even more. Running his hands along her forearms, then down her sides, he felt her quiver. He continued the path to her waist and cupped her lush hips.</p>
<p>She sighed and moved her body closer. Squeezing her firm butt, he dragged her against his raging erection. A growl echoed from her making her breasts rub against his chest. Her nipples beaded against his chest, feeling wonderful. In her low heeled boots she perfectly matched his height of six-four. Taking another deep breath, he drew back his head and looked into her compelling amber gaze.</p>
<p>She smiled.</p>
<p>The heat in her gaze made his cock pulse. He wanted to bury it deep inside of her. Keeping his gaze locked with hers, he leaned in and kissed her.</p>
<p>Soft and slow.</p>
<p>Once.</p>
<p>Twice.</p>
<p>Then a third time.</p>
<p>She blinked then her arms tightened around his neck and she dragged him to her. She suckled his lips and their tongues clashed. Micah murmured and drew her closer, letting her hunger sweep him away.</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2007.<br />
All Rights Reserved, Total-e-bound.</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.readinbed.net">Megan Hart:Read in bed! </a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog"> Rhian Cahill </a><br />
<a href="http://blog.jodywallace.com/">Jody Wallace</a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog">Eliza Gayle</a><br />
<a href="http://lissamatthews.com/blog">Lissa Matthews</a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/">Mandy M Roth</a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog"> Mari Carr</a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank">McKenna Jeffries</a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/">Myla Jackson</a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank">Taige Crenshaw</a><br />
<a href="http://www.delilahdevlin.com/blog/">Delilah Devlin</a><br />
<a href="http://www.shellistevens.com/blog">Shelli Stevens</a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/">Shiloh Walker</a><br />
<a href="http://www.tjmichaels.com/the-scoop" target="_blank">TJ Michaels</a></strong></p>
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		<title>Snippet Saturday – Character Sass</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Mar 2012 11:58:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Taige Crenshaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today’s snippet theme is Character Sass. Enjoy a look from one of my books. An snippet from Carnal Awakening… Raising her voice so it could be heard, Shay said. “I’d like to apo—” “Now chérie, I know you’re not going to apologize and ruin the afterglow. Hell it was almost as good as a rip-roaring [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today’s snippet theme is Character Sass. Enjoy a look from one of my books.</p>
<p><img title="carnalawakening_msr_small" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-741" src="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/carnalawakening_msr_small.jpg" alt="carnalawakening_msr_small" width="150" height="247" />An snippet from <a href="http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/books/eseries/carnalawakening.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Carnal Awakening</strong></a>…</p>
<p>Raising her voice so it could be heard, Shay said. “I’d like to apo—”</p>
<p>“Now chérie, I know you’re not going to apologize and ruin the afterglow. Hell it was almost as good as a rip-roaring bout of sweaty sex.” A languid voice interrupted her.</p>
<p>Knowing who it was Shay smiled.</p>
<p>“Hunter,” another voice hissed.</p>
<p>With a glance to her left, Shay took in the twinkling eyes along with the wicked grin on Hunter Brooks’ face. From Flame Brooks’, Hunter’s sister, embarrassed expression Shay could tell Flame wished she were somewhere else. Flame hated being the center of attention while Hunter thrived on it. They were family to Mia and good friends.</p>
<p>“What? I said almost. It’s not like we’re not all adults here.” Hunter stated.</p>
<p>There was a mummer of agreements.</p>
<p>“And I’m sure we…“ Hunter paused, her eyes alight with mischief. She looked at her sister Flame then amended. “Well at least some of us know what I’m talking about.” She purred as if savoring each word.</p>
<p>There was more agreement tinged with laughter.</p>
<p>“Shay it’s always a pleasure coming here,” Hunter winked. “And the entertainment is always a side benefit. Don’t take away from—“</p>
<p>Flame interjected, “Do you always have to be the center of attention?”</p>
<p>Hunter glanced at her. “Of course. You should try it sometime. You might like it.”</p>
<p>Flame glanced at Hunter, up and down, then turned to Tevin who had returned and was standing next to her. Flame reached up pulled him down and kissed him. Hunter’s mouth dropped open. Everyone hooted. Shay who knew how straight-laced Flame was, enjoyed the show especially Hunter’s reaction. Flame released Tevin slowly. He looked stunned. Shay stifled a smile at the look on his face.</p>
<p>Flame sauntered away then looked back at Hunter. “For once you’re right it does feel wonderful.”</p>
<p>Hunter laughed then smacked Tevin on the arm. “Hah. Now that’s what I call entertainment.”</p>
<p>Glancing at Hunter, Shay mouthed her thanks. Hunter nodded, winked again, and then said. “Come on handsome, I have my eye on that Sigal vase in the back.”</p>
<p>Holding Tevin’s arm she led him toward the exclusive merchandise in the large room to the left. The regular noise level of the shop started to pick up as people dispersed. Observing the shop for a few minutes to make sure everything was okay, Shay turned to Mia.</p>
<p>Before she could say anything Mia turned walked away pushing the doors into the back room. Following her, Shay glanced back at Mikhail still standing silently across the room. Going through the doors she lost sight of him. Turning she noticed that Mia hadn’t gone far. She was standing in the doorway leading to the small flower nursery attached to shop.</p>
<p>Walking over Shay said, “Stay here a little bit while I take over for you.” Shay squeezed her hand gently turned and went back to the doors leading to the shop.</p>
<p>She glanced back and saw Mia walk down the aisle of the nursery. Seeing the slump in her shoulders as she disappeared behind some of the foliage Shay’s fist clenched. The callous words spoken by Ms. Cramigla had shaken the usually unshakable Mia. She imagined her fist connecting with Ms. Cramigla’s perfect face and breaking her nose, maybe a couple of teeth. She hoped Ms. Cramigla tried to see through on her threat of trying to ruin her. She would be in for a big surprise. The reputation she had built at Exotic would hold. She wasn’t anyone’s pushover. Making a mental note to place a few phone calls Shay went out the door into the store.</p>
<p><strong>Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2007.<br />
All Rights Reserved, Ellora’s Cave Publishing, Inc.</strong></p>
<p>Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.meganhart.com/blog/">Megan Hart:Read in bed! </a><br />
<a href="http://www.rhiancahill.com/blog"> Rhian Cahill </a><br />
<a href="http://blog.jodywallace.com/">Jody Wallace</a><br />
<a href="http://elizagayle.net/blog">Eliza Gayle</a><br />
<a href="http://lissamatthews.com/blog">Lissa Matthews</a><br />
<a href="http://mandyroth.com/blog/">Mandy M Roth</a><br />
<a href="http://maricarr.com/blog"> Mari Carr</a><br />
<a href="http://mckennajeffries.com/blog/" target="_blank">McKenna Jeffries</a><br />
<a href="http://mylajack.blogspot.com/">Myla Jackson</a><br />
<a href="http://taigecrenshaw.com/blog" target="_blank">Taige Crenshaw</a><br />
<a href="http://www.delilahdevlin.com/blog/">Delilah Devlin</a><br />
<a href="http://www.helenkaydimon.com/blog">HelenKay Dimon</a><br />
<a href="http://www.laurendane.com/blog">Lauren Dane</a><br />
<a href="http://www.leahbraemel.com/blog/">Leah Braemel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.shilohwalker.com/website/">Shiloh Walker</a><br />
<a href="http://www.tjmichaels.com/the-scoop" target="_blank">TJ Michaels</a><br />
<a href="http://zoearcher.tumblr.com/"> Zoë Archer </a></strong></p>
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