Rock My Body Teaser and Release Date Change

Dearest Readers,

As September approaches quickly, I've come to the realization that I need more time with Tyke Douglas. I wanted to hand him over to you on September 16th, but at this point I don't think that's going to be possible. I need a couple more weeks with him, and then my editor has to look over him one more time, so realistically I'm going to need to push him into October. This book is so much more emotional than I initially anticipated. Tyke is a really deep dude and has lots of shit going on in his head that it's taking just the right finesse to get right. I've even had to pull out the old nursing text books for this one. I really love the characters in this book. They might just be one of my most favorite couples! Frannie, Tyke's leading lady, is strong and isn't without her own really screwed up issues. The two of them together is like WHOA. The passion between them simmers the entire story, and the angst...oh God...the angst is heavy in this one. I can't wait for you guys to read it!!

As soon as I have a realistic release date, I will let you all know. Thank you so much for following along with Black Falcon and loving my guys as much as I do. 

Love,

Michelle

XOXO

**CAUTION: Not Final version and will likely change during edits**

ROCK MY BODY

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I take a deep breath. When my brother finds out about this he’s going to flip his shit. Usually I’m the one thinking about how things will affect the band, not Trip. Hell, not any of the others. Riff was known for giving out golden tickets to chicks that hang out backstage to sleep with them. Trip never gave two shits about anything, and Noel…well he was no angel either. Back in the day me getting this DUI would’ve just been something we laughed off, but now they are all on the straight and narrow, I imagine they’re going to give me the third fucking degree over this.

But what choice do I have? Who else can call?

After a long moment, I push away from the bars and look the guard in the eye. “I think I’ll make that call now.”

A few hours later I’m finally at the front desk, gathering all the personal items I had on me when I was booked.

“A wallet, keys, two hundred and fifteen dollars in cash, four guitar picks, a sheet of folded up paper, and a cell phone,” the middle-aged brunette clerk says as she hands me all the items. “Sign here and here and you’ll be on your way.”

I scribble my name in the sections she marked and gather my things. Before I can even turn around, I feel Trip’s eyes on me, judging me.

I head toward the door, Trip following close on my heels. Once we’re outside, my brother clears his throat. “I called the rental car company to come pick their car from the impound lot. Kyle is waiting around the side with the Escalade to take us to the airport.”

I raise my eyebrows. “That’s it? No big lecture?”

Trip sighs. “What do you want me to say, Tyke? Do you really need me to say how much you fucked up? How bad this is going to look on the band? You know better than anyone this isn’t good fucking PR, so why voice it. As long as I can remember you’ve been the stable one. I’m sure this isn’t going to happen again. You always do what’s best for the band. It was a one-time mistake. We all make them.”

“I’m glad to hear you actually still care about the band.”

Trip flinches. “What the fuck is that supposed to mean? When have I ever not cared?”

I shake my head. “Come on, brother. Don’t act like you don’t know what I’m talking about. None of the guys have cared for a while now, including you. You all spend your time with your women and leave all the work on me. I’m the one writing all the songs while you all play house. Do you think that’s fair? That all the rest of you get to fuck around and not give a shit about the future of this band?”

He licks the corner of his mouth as he huffs. “Fuck you, Tyke. Just because the rest of us now have our fucking priorities straight, don’t think for one Goddamn minute the rest of us don’t care about the band anymore. Nothing with the band has changed. You’re the one that’s different.”

Anger boils inside me. Is he really that blind? Can he not see how much has changed in the last year since Noel and Riff got married and he got with Holly? I don’t want to lose my brother. I love him, but I’m not going to stand here, attempting to make him see my side. I’d be better off beating my head into a brick wall.

“You’re right, Trip. Things are most definitely different and are going to change even fucking more. If the rest of you can think about yourselves and do you, then that’s exactly what I’m going to do.”

Without another word, I turn on my heel and walk away from my brother. It’s not the best option, but it’s the only one I’ve got because I’m going show the rest of these guys that despite what they think, I’ve got a fucking life to live too. 

Rock My Body (Black Falcon, #4) Teaser

Teaser Tuesday!

ROCK MY BODY

Release Date: TBA

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Synopsis:

Tyke Douglas is tired of being the glue that holds the hottest band in the world together. If the rest of the guys are out doing their own thing, then why shouldn’t he? He’s about to turn things up a notch and bring a whole new level of crazy into Black Falcon’s world.

Francine Mead is putting her sordid past behind and is determined to help others overcome their demons along side her. The first step in her new life is taking a job as an addiction counselor, where she can mentor others through their struggles. Francine never expected to be lured back into temptation when her first sexy celebrity client, Tyke Douglas walks through her door. The moment she lays eyes on him, she’s in trouble.

Both Tyke and Francine know a relationship between them would be a disaster, but with each session, things continue to heat up, making it impossible to deny the connection they share. Boundaries cross, attractions heighten and both of their willpowers will be tested to the very limit.




Novel centers around Tyke Douglas, bassist of Black Falcon, and final book in the series.

Phenomenal X Book Two

XAVIER COLD (Hard Knocks, #2) Title reveal and teaser. 

 

 

Release Date and blurb coming soon.


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Anna Cortez mixes business and pleasure after she takes a job as the assistant to Xavier Cold, a.k.a. the wrestler Phenomenal X...follow them as their story finishes up in XAVIER COLD.

You can find book one, PHENOMENAL X (Hard Knock, #1) HERE.

Over 15,000 Likes on Facebook?! Holy Crap!

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THANK YOU all sooooo much for sticking with me over the last couple of years! Your support means the world to me and it's the little messages and comments that drive me to keep going. I have THE BEST readers in the world and I can't wait to share more stories with you. Hopefully, you'll love them just as much as the ones I've already released.

Speaking of new releases, I know you all have been begging for a release date for PHENOMENAL X. I wanted it to be this month so badly, but I at this point I can't make that happen. I know, I'm sad too. BUT I am finally comfortable giving you a date. It will release on April 22nd 2014! It's actually one year to the day when I released Riff's story, ROCK MY BED. I love that two of my bad boys will share the same book birthday. Maybe we can throw them a big naughty birthday bash next year? LOL*Day Dreams*

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 Love,

Michelle

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Phenomenal X Teaser!

Phenomenal X 
by Michelle A. Valentine
Release: March 2014 (Specific date to be announced)

**Caution--Unedited--Not Final Version and Will Likely Change**

His blue eyes flash in surprise. I’m sure the way we left things last night has him wondering why I’m suddenly so happy to see him. It’s amazing what a little soul searching and a shove from your family can accomplish.

“Hey, Anna. I…um…Shit.” Xavier rubs the back of his neck and looks away as if he needs a moment to regain his composure before his eyes are able to meet mine again. “I had fifty different speeches prepared for you. I practiced all on the way over, but none of them sounded like good enough apologies. Nothing I can say will make what I said any less shitty, but I am sorry. I just thought you should know.”

For some reason I’m getting the impression that this is a huge step for Xavier. It’s good to know he’s at least trying to recognize that there’s enough of a connection between us that he’s worried that he’s hurt my feelings. I’m sure the word sorry isn’t one that he says a lot.

The sudden need to comfort him overwhelms me. I reach out and touch the warm skin on his bulging forearm. “I’m sorry too. I shouldn’t have pushed you.”

His lips pull into a tight line. “Don’t do that.”

“What?” I ask, completely surprised and immediately jerk my hand away. This isn’t exactly the reaction I imagined when I apologized in return.

Xavier’s eyes soften. “You were right to say what you said. I know I use women, and I’m sure that’s probably what you think I want to do with you. So don’t apologize for taking up for yourself. Never allow yourself to be used or be forced into something you don’t really want. Don’t apologize for asking for respect. You deserve it.”

Elite Invitation Trailer

Here's a teaser trailer for a book I have coming out early summer 2014 called Elite Invitation! Enjoy!

Phenomenal X Teaser: In the Spotlight

Great news! Phenomenal X is coming along splendidly and I am completely in love with him. He may just be my baddest, bad-boy to date.There's just something about him that pulls me in. I can't wait to publish this one and share him with all of you! Hopefully, in the next couple of weeks I'll have a release date for you. My goal release month is March 2014!

That being said, I know it's been a while since I posted a Phenomenal X teaser, so I guess I'm due to share a little. Hehe

Enjoy!


******WARNING--ROUGH DRAFT VERSION--100% UNEDITED MATERIAL AND WILL LIKELY CHANGE*****

“Don’t worry, Anna. I’ll be fine,” Xavier says with a growl.

“Not going out there like this—angry. Forget what he said. He’s not worth it!” I plead with him, attempting to calm him down.

He shakes his head, and water drips from the tips of his hair onto his bare shoulders. “When are you going to finally hear me? You’re everything to me. I’d trade my very soul to protect you. You’re worth it. I’ll never let anyone hurt you, ever, and no one is going to take you away from me. No. One.”

My heart squeezes in my chest. I can’t remember the last time anyone has ever cared about me this much. He’s trying to save me, I know, but all I worry about is saving him from himself—his own self destruction. I run my fingers along side his scruffy cheek. “Please. Don’t do this. Don’t throw everything away for me.”

He flexes his jaw while pure intensity shines in his blue eyes. “I have too. This ends now, Anna.”

The trademark entrance song, X Gon’ Give It To Ya, blares throughout the arena and my breath catches. If he goes out there like this, it won’t be good. I know it, and he knows it. Xavier’s temper is uncontrollable. Pushing him into the ring with Assassin now will not end well. This could ruin everything he’s worked for. I have to try and stop him. I refuse to be the cause of his undoing. “Please. Don’t.”

I know it’s a lame attempted, but just begging him to not do anything stupid is the only thing I can think of. It’s not like I can overpower him and force him to stay with me. 

He cradles my face in his large hands. “It’s too late. The show has to go on. You know that.”

Xavier crashes his lips into mine quickly before pulling away and heading for the black curtain to give the fans the showdown they crave. The moment he steps into the spotlight, the roof on the building nearly blows off the place with the force of the crowd’s screams. I turn towards the monitor and stare, mesmerized by the pure determination on his face. I swallow hard as nervous energy flows through my body. It’s like a train wreck. I shouldn’t watch, but I can’t tear my eyes away.

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